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Rusch, Elizabeth

Eruption!: Volcanoes and the Science of Saving Lives

76 pp. | Houghton | June, 2013 | Trade ISBN 978-0-547-50350-9 $18.99
(1) 4-6 Scientists in the Field series. Photographs by Tom Uhlman. This terrific series installment features the dedicated geologists of the Volcano Disaster Assistance Program who provide technical expertise in eruption prediction. The portrayal of scientific investigation is exceptional: scientists build and monitor equipment, interview residents, and collect ash and rock samples. Photographs not only feature awe-inspiring shots of volcanoes but also depict human vulnerability to these natural disasters. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford | Horn Book Magazine Issue: November, 2013

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