Encyclopedia Of Volcanoes

"The Encyclopedia of Volcanoes" summarizes our present knowledge of volcanoes. Through its thematic organization around ... (more)

"The Encyclopedia of Volcanoes" summarizes our present knowledge of volcanoes. Through its thematic organization around the melting of the Earth, it provides a comprehensive source of information on the multidisciplinary influences of volcanic eruptions--both the destructive and the beneficial aspects. The world's experts on volcanology have been consulted in the planning of this volume. Over 80 authoritative, concise cross-referenced entries elucidate the major concepts and influences of volcanoes on past and present-day processes. (less)