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Krakatau 1883, The Volcanic Eruption and Its Effects |
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Krakatau 1883, The Volcanic Eruption and Its Effects
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Manufacturer: Smithsonian
Author: Tom Simkin
Binding: Paperback
Publication Date: 1984-01-17
Publisher: Smithsonian
Label: Smithsonian
Number Of Pages: 464
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The definitive work on the Krakatoa volcano and eruption 2006-04-18
This book far outdoes any of its rival works on the Krakatoa volcano, particularly with respect to its stupendous eruption of 1883. Instead of selectively culling lay and expert observations and reports about this phenomenal event, nearly all available reports are reproduced, verbatim, in chronological order, giving the reader an excellent view into the prologue to the great blast that was heard 3,000 miles away on August 27, 1883.
Of particular interest is Professor VerBeek's post-eruption analysis of what took place at the climax of the explosions. Although the events were unprecedented in terms of formal scientific experience, VerBeek's report has largely stood the test of time and subsequent discovery, and remains a singularly epochal advance in the science of volcanology.
The book requires some background in volcano study to be most completely understood, but any person with a high school background in physical science will comprehend most of it easily.
Illustrations and diagrams are somewhat wanting. However, the excellence and organization of the textual materials overcomes this for the most part.
I greatly enjoyed this book, which came as a surprise Christmas present, and I will reread it a number times. I recommmend it highly to all readers, even the rofessional geologist.
Technical but VERY Interesting 2005-05-01
Though this book goes deeper into the technical aspects of the eruption, it is a fascinating read composed of many witness accounts. All areas of the event are covered in great detail, yet it is thoroughly explained so the average reader will understand. Lots of reading here, but I highly recommend it for anyone with a fascination for one of history's most notable natural disasters.
highly technical 2004-10-10
How much did you want to know?
This book has a lot of information. Countless accounts from witnesses. Plenty of technical data, though it is well explained. Some of the theories are a little passe, but I think it is well worth reading anyway. Theories come and go, but the hard data will always be good.
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