When the Earth Roared - Bugeja, Alex
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"When the Earth Roared" explores history's most catastrophic volcanic eruptions, revealing the awesome power of nature and its impact on humanity. From Thera's Bronze Age devastation, possibly inspiring the Atlantis legend, to Vesuvius's Pompeii preservation, each chapter delves into a specific eruption. The book recounts events like Tambora's "Year Without a Summer," Krakatoa's earth-shattering explosion, and Novarupta's Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes, demonstrating volcanoes' ability to reshape landscapes and alter climates. More than just destruction, the book highlights humanity's…mehr

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"When the Earth Roared" explores history's most catastrophic volcanic eruptions, revealing the awesome power of nature and its impact on humanity. From Thera's Bronze Age devastation, possibly inspiring the Atlantis legend, to Vesuvius's Pompeii preservation, each chapter delves into a specific eruption. The book recounts events like Tambora's "Year Without a Summer," Krakatoa's earth-shattering explosion, and Novarupta's Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes, demonstrating volcanoes' ability to reshape landscapes and alter climates. More than just destruction, the book highlights humanity's resilience, showcasing communities rebuilding and ecosystems reborn. This journey through time and across continents examines the destructive force of eruptions and their profound influence on human history. Readers will witness Etna's fiery influence on mythology, Changbaishan's Millennium Eruption's impact on ancient kingdoms, and Pinatubo's global chill. The stories range from Iceland's sleeping giant, Katla, to the recent Cumbre Vieja eruption in the Canary Islands, covering diverse volcanic events and their unique geological contexts. "When the Earth Roared" isn't just a catalog of disasters; it's a testament to life's tenacity. Explore the interplay of destruction and renewal, of scientific endeavor and cultural adaptation. Discover how volcanoes, both creators and destroyers, have shaped our world and left an enduring legacy on our planet and its inhabitants. Prepare to be awed by the Earth's raw power and inspired by the human spirit's ability to endure.
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