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Volcanology & seismology

Paperback. This new edition of the classic text by Aki and Richards has at last been updated throughout to systematically explain key concepts in seismology. Now in one volume, the book provides a unified treatment of seismological methods that will be of use to advanced students, seismologists, and scientists and engineers working in all areas of seismology. Num Pages: 700 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: RBC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 252 x 176 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1244.
Publisher
University Science Books
Number of pages
700
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
Second
Condition
New
SKU
V9781891389634
ISBN
9781891389634
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 102.09

Paperback. The volcanoes of Europe offer dramatic landscapes, intriguing geological and geographical characteristics, and compelling histories of their interaction with those who have chosen to live on and near them. This new colour illustrated edition presents a wealth of up-to-date material in a comprehensive and thoroughly researched introduction. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1D; RBC. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 417 x 200 x 19. Weight in Grams: 890.
Publisher
Dunedin Academic Press Ltd.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780460420
ISBN
9781780460420
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 41.86

Hardcover. Volcanic eruptions are the clear and dramatic expression of dynamic processes in planet Earth. This title explains in an easy to understand manner the basics and the findings in the field. Based on over 300 color figures and the model of plate tectonics, it offers insight into the generation of magmas and the occurrence and origin of volcanoes. Num Pages: 324 pages, 5 colour tables, biography. BIC Classification: RBC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 279 x 221 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1548.
Publisher
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
Number of pages
334
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9783540436508
ISBN
9783540436508
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 103.15
€ 101.11

Hardcover. Since antiquity, on every continent, human beings in search of attractive landscapes and economic prosperity have made a Faustian bargain with the risk of devastation by an earthquake. Today, around half of the world's largest cities - as many as sixty - lie in areas of major seismic activity. This book presents a scientific study of earthquakes. Num Pages: 256 pages, 15 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: HBG; HBTB; RBC; RNR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 164 x 242 x 28. Weight in Grams: 562.
Publisher
Thames & Hudson
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
9780500518595
ISBN
9780500518595
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 5.70

Paperback. An insightful introduction to one ofthe most unpredictable forces on Earth. Series: Beginner's Guides. Num Pages: 208 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; RBC; WNW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 15. Weight in Grams: 220.
Publisher
Oneworld Publications United Kingdom
Number of pages
208
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781851687251
ISBN
9781851687251
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.17

Hardcover. Presents the mechanical models of earthquake and volcanic processes, emphasizing earth-surface deformations that can be compared with observations from Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers, Interferometric Radar (InSAR), and borehole strain- and tiltmeters. Num Pages: 456 pages, 13 color illus.1 halftone. 269 line illus. BIC Classification: PHVG; RBC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 256 x 183 x 31. Weight in Grams: 1138.
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
464
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691133027
ISBN
9780691133027
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 108.90
€ 100.82

Paperback. In this richly illustrated account, James Hamilton explores the scientific and cultural history of the volcano. The book moves from Greek and Roman myth to the earliest-known wall painting of an erupting volcano in 6200 BC, to the distinctive colours of Andy Warhol, to Michael Sandle's exploding mountains of the 1980s. Series: Earth. Num Pages: 208 pages, 85 colour illustrations, 104 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: RBC; WNW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 209 x 149 x 15. Weight in Grams: 448.
Publisher
Reaktion Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
208
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861899170
ISBN
9781861899170
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 19.81

Paperback. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: 1DNC; 3JF; PDZ; RBC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 131 x 197 x 2. Weight in Grams: 218.
Publisher
Profile Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9781781252666
ISBN
9781781252666
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 12.13

Paperback. A new edition of Peter Francis's highly respected text, reflecting new research findings and new eruptions. Preserving the immense clarity and engaging humour of the first edition including a new chapter on hazards and risk mitigation. Num Pages: 536 pages, numerous halftones and line figures. BIC Classification: RBC; RNR. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 244 x 189 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1088.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
534
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199254699
ISBN
9780199254699
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 73.29

Paperback. The last 20,000 years has seen our world flip from icehouse to greenhouse, provoking earthquakes, tsunamis and volcanic outbursts. Like a giant stirring from a long sleep, the Earth beneath our feet tossed and turned. Bill McGuire argues that climate change is once more setting the scene for the giant to reawaken, and we can already see the signs. Num Pages: 320 pages, 30 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; RBC; RNPG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 135 x 17. Weight in Grams: 332.
Publisher
Oxford University Press, USA
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199678754
ISBN
9780199678754
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.95

Hardcover. Series: Asia/Pacific/Perspectives. Num Pages: 226 pages, 8 black & white illustrations, 3 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; RBC; RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 160 x 234 x 21. Weight in Grams: 498.
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442220096
ISBN
9781442220096
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 111.13

Paperback. Num Pages: 312 pages, 25 halftones. 25 line illus. 1 table. BIC Classification: 1FMN; 3JH; RBC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 236 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 536.
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691168623
ISBN
9780691168623
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 20.63

Paperback. Series: Classic Geology in Europe. Num Pages: 174 pages, b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DST; RBC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 217 x 139 x 9. Weight in Grams: 230. Series: Classic Geology in Europe. 174 pages, b&w illustrations. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: 1DST; RBC. Dimension: 217 x 139 x 9. Weight: 242.
Publisher
Dunedin Academic Press Ltd.
Number of pages
174
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Edition
First Edition.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781903544044
ISBN
9781903544044
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.40

Paperback. Num Pages: 636 pages. BIC Classification: 1MTANC; RBC; RBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 194 x 235 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1238.
Publisher
Elsevier
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780128096635
ISBN
9780128096635
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 83.64

Hardcover. Brian Upton explores Scotland's volcanoes from the most recent examples to volcanoes of the obscure Precambrian times which left their signature in the ancient rocks of the far north-west. Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKS; RBC; RBGF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 168 x 243 x 21. Weight in Grams: 712.
Publisher
Dunedin Academic Press Ltd.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780460567
ISBN
9781780460567
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 39.44

Hardcover. Spectacular images of the world's most beautiful and dramatic volcanic landscapes. Translator(s): Fergusson, Ben. Num Pages: 224 pages, ill. BIC Classification: RBC; WNW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 302 x 355 x 27. Weight in Grams: 2464.
Publisher
Phaidon Press
Number of pages
224
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780714857008
ISBN
9780714857008
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 33.53

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