Volcanoes

  • Volcanoes: A Very Short Introduction
    Volcanoes: A Very Short Introduction
    By Jan Zalasiewicz, Michael J Branney

    These include the Solar System's most volcanically active body—Io, the nearest of Jupiter's moons. Io, in mythology, was a nymph seduced by a wayward Jupiter. Io is only a little bigger than our Moon and hence might be thought, by now, ...

  • Volcanoes: Global Perspectives
    Volcanoes: Global Perspectives
    By John P. Lockwood, Richard W. Hazlett, Servando De La Cruz-Reyna

    Avoiding overly technical discussions and unnecessary use of jargon, with the important needs of civil authorities, teachers and students particularly in mind, this second edition of Volcanoes will also be of interest to general readers who ...

  • Volcanoes
    Volcanoes
    By Seymour Simon

    Join award-winning science writer Seymour Simon in this picture book introduction to volcanoes! Volcanoes don’t always look like mountains; they aren’t always full of fire. Some are holes in the ground; some form under the sea.

  • Volcanoes
    Volcanoes
    By Alfred Rittmann, L. Rittmann

    Volcanoes

  • Volcanoes
    Volcanoes
    By Paolo Papale, Mauro Rosi, Luca Lupi

    Offers a look at the structure, characteristics, and morphology of volcanoes with an examination of why they erupt along with an overview of the environmental benefits and detriments they cause. Original.

  • Volcanoes: Global Perspectives
    Volcanoes: Global Perspectives
    By John P. Lockwood, Richard W. Hazlett

    Questions for Thought, Study, and Discussion, Suggestions for Further Reading, and a comprehensive list of source references make this work a major resource for further study of volcanology.

  • Volcanoes
    Volcanoes
    By Elaine Landau

    Describes volcanoes, including how they work and their different stages.

  • Volcanoes
    Volcanoes
    By Martha E. H. Rustad

    "Introduces the science of volcanoes to young readers, including geologic formation, famous volcanoes, predicting eruptions, and more"--

  • Volcanoes
    Volcanoes
    By Seymour Simon

    Join award-winning science writer Seymour Simon in this picture book introduction to volcanoes!Volcanoes don’t always look like mountains; they aren’t always full of fire. Some are holes in the ground;...

  • Volcanoes
    Volcanoes
    By Claire Llewellyn

    Volcanoes

  • Volcanoes: Eruptions and Other Volcanic Hazards
    Volcanoes: Eruptions and Other Volcanic Hazards
    By Timothy M. Kusky

    Eruptions and Other Volcanic Hazards Timothy M. Kusky. the seafloor and the coastline. ... The number of people who perished in the eruption of Santorini in 1650 b.c.e. is not known, but the toll must have been huge.

  • Volcanoes
    Volcanoes
    By Barbara Decker, Robert Wayne Decker

    Describes the formation of the three major types of volcanoes, rift, subduction, and hot spot, and uses their development to explain the basic concepts of earth science This new edition of 16 pages of breathtaking color plates showing ...

  • Volcanoes: 100 Illustrated Fun Facts
    Volcanoes: 100 Illustrated Fun Facts
    By Katy Gleit

    The author Katy Gleit wrote this book for her own two grandchildren Dani and Deia: In " Volcanoes: 100 Illustrated Fun Facts " your children are given a well-selected knowledge along with entertaining information about the volcanoes.

  • Volcanoes
    Volcanoes
    By Melanie Waldron

    Text and photographs decribe volcanoes and their eruptions.

  • Volcanoes: Forces in Nature
    Volcanoes: Forces in Nature
    By William B. Rice

    Images of an erupting volcano can be mesmerizing. Readers may be surprised to learn that volcanoes erupt every day. Some erupt constantly, while others lie dormant for years or even centuries.

  • Volcanoes: Mountains of Fire
    By Barbara B. Simons

    A geological explanation of volcanic formation and activity and a discussion of famous volcanoes around the world, their history, legends, and specific eruptions.

  • Volcanoes
    Volcanoes
    By Rochelle Baltzer

    "Breaking News" fact boxes appear throughout, and the book concludes with a "News Flash!" facts page. This compelling title will leave readers feeling more informed about the volcanoes they hear about in the news.

  • Volcanoes: The Science Behind Fiery Eruptions
    Volcanoes: The Science Behind Fiery Eruptions
    By Alvin Silverstein, Virginia Silverstein

    "Examines the science behind volcanoes, including what causes them to erupt, the inner-workings of a volcano, underwater volcanoes, and how to stay safe during an eruption"--Provided by publisher.

  • Volcanoes: What's Hot and What's Not on Earth and in Our Solar System
    Volcanoes: What's Hot and What's Not on Earth and in Our Solar System
    By Ian Lange

    Discover the fascinating answers to some of science's greatest puzzles: Why do some volcanoes explode violently while others slowly ooze lava? How does water make eruptions more explosive? Which of Earth's volcanoes are the most dangerous?

  • Volcanoes
    Volcanoes
    By Gail Gibbons

    Fully vetted by a working volcanologist, this book is perfect for earth science lovers and aspiring volcanologists.