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"Gripping. . . . An intrinsically thrilling tale." ー New York Times Book Review It was the Perfect Storm, but instead of raging far out in the Atlantic, the Great Hurricane of 1938 left a wake of d……続きを見る

This book collects the selected papers of the XIV Congress of the International Association for Engineering Geology and the Environment held in Chengdu, Sichuan, China from September 21st - 27th, 20……続きを見る

The Ethics of Collecting Trauma offers an interdisciplinary dialogue on the ethics of contemporary museums that are involved in collecting moments of collective trauma. Including a range of internat……続きを見る

Education serves as a cornerstone for gaining knowledge and taking initiative. However, despite efforts in disaster and climate risk education (DCRE), a gap often exists between awareness and meanin……続きを見る

Dinosaurs, the majestic creatures that roamed the Earth millions of years ago, have captured the imagination of people for generations. From the most dangerous to the calmest Dinosaurs, the Dinosaur……続きを見る

Por Jéssica Prazeres Ballesteros Moura, Katiane Moraes da Silva, Rosângela Jacinto Cabral e Sheila Erika Ferro Ramalho Nobre Este manual aborda conceitos fundamentais relacionados à gestão de desast……続きを見る

The end of life, the universe and humanity as we know it – in a handy A to Z format. From the Atomic bomb to the Zombie apocalypse (via Black holes, Killer diseases and Space invaders), learn the tr……続きを見る

Hurricanes have a devastating impact. When Hurricane Helen struck, it left communities broken, homes destroyed, and lives upended. But in the aftermath, the most pressing question isn't "what if"ーi……続きを見る

Bringing together the historical and the contemporary, the political and the personal, Disaster Memorials and Monuments: History, Context and Practice from around the World presents a wide-ranging u……続きを見る

Distinctively, this book brings together an end-to-end understanding of heatwaves, that is, a consideration of their causes, consequences for human and natural systems and societal responses to them……続きを見る

Disasters happen! These are the stories of love, loss, death, and destruction. Many victims died in disasters such as the Coronavirus. Other survivors of the disaster were trapped. They were set fre……続きを見る

Hurricanes: Understanding, Impact, and Mitigation for a Safer Future This comprehensive eBook explores the science of hurricanes, their formation, lifecycle, and the devastating impacts they have on……続きを見る

Rising Waters: Navigating the Threat of Floods and How to Protect Ourselves is an insightful, practical guide to understanding the increasing frequency of floods, their environmental and human impac……続きを見る

Heatwaves: Understanding and Mitigating Their Growing Impact is a timely and informative guide to one of the most pressing challenges of our timeーextreme heat events. This comprehensive eBook expla……続きを見る

Tornadoes: Nature's Fury and Humanity's Response This comprehensive ebook delves into the science of tornado formation, their destructive impacts on communities, and practical steps for future prepa……続きを見る

This book explores a platform for insightful discussions and scientific discourse on various aspects of landslides and their risk management, with insights focused on the Himalayan states at a sub-r……続きを見る

Extreme weather refers to severe or unusual weather conditions that significantly impact human life, ecosystems, and infrastructure. These events range from hurricanes and floods to wildfires, heatw……続きを見る

How to Prepare for Extreme Weather Events: 10 Top Tips for Getting Through" is a practical, easy-to-understand guide for anyone facing the challenges of severe weather. With climate change increasin……続きを見る

This book presents case studies of risk management of various hazards and risk management systems at regional, national, and local levels. It also proposes a comprehensive approach to reduce future ……続きを見る

In meinem eBook dreht sich alles um den Hurricane. Ich biete euch eine umfassende Übersicht über die vielfältigen Aspekte dieses ernstzunehmenden Naturschauspiels und zeige euch alles Wissenswerte z……続きを見る

**A radical retelling of human history through collapse – from the dawn of our species to the urgent existential threats of the twenty-first century and beyond. ** FEATURED IN THE NEW BBC SERIES CIV……続きを見る

Hurrikane gehören zu den mächtigsten und zerstörerischsten Wetterphänomenen der Erde. Jährlich bilden sich zahlreiche solcher tropischer Wirbelstürme, vor allem über den warmen Ozeanen der Tropen. S……続きを見る

Transform Your Home into a Fortress with Proven Naval Strategies In this unpredictable world, the ability to turn your home into a safe haven is more crucial than ever. The Navy SEALs Bug-In Guide o……続きを見る

Según la ONU en este 2024 menciona su preocupación sobre el ascenso del nivel del mar se erige como una de las consecuencias más evidentes y preocupantes del cambio climático antropogénico. La inves……続きを見る

El libro Huracán Otis en Acapulco, Guerrero: Vulnerabilidad socioeconómica y ambiental ante los impactos del fenómeno hidrometeorológico es un trabajo de investigación integrado en cuatro capítulos,……続きを見る

Floods are among the most common and consequential natural disasters on Earth, occurring in all natural areas at all times. Yet, they often surprise us with their unexpected magnitude and the damage……続きを見る

This book presents the best practices necessary to embed climate change adaptation in the planning processes among the Adriatic coastal communities. Six coastal regions, which are distributed in the……続きを見る

SUBMERGED FORESTS by CLEMENT REID is a fascinating exploration of ancient, underwater forests. Reid's detailed study uncovers the geological and ecological secrets hidden beneath the waves, offering……続きを見る

This book provides holistic case studies of technology development, examples of its complexities and an in-depth analysis from the perspective of information infrastructure. Natural disasters such a……続きを見る

Winter is on the horizon, and with it comes Britain's readiness to face the chill, snow, and the resilience of community spirit. In "Winter’s Edge: Britain Braces for the Cold", readers are taken on……続きを見る