The Encyclopedia of Volcanoes

by Haraldur Sigurðsson (Editor in Chief), Bruce Houghton (Editor), Steve McNutt (Editor)

Volcanoes are unquestionably one of the most spectacular and awe-inspiring features of the physical world. Our paradoxical fascination with them stems from their majestic beauty and powerful, sometimes deadly, destructiveness. Notwithstanding the tremendous advances in volcanology since ancient times, some of the mystery surrounding volcanic eruptions remains today. The Encyclopedia of Volcanoes summarizes our present knowledge of volcanoes; it provides a comprehensive source of information on the causes of volcanic eruptions and both the destructive and beneficial effects. The early chapters focus on the science of volcanism (melting of source rocks, ascent of magma, eruption processes, extraterrestrial volcanism, etc.). Later chapters discuss human interface with volcanoes, including the history of volcanology, geothermal energy resources, interaction with the oceans and atmosphere, health aspects of volcanism, mitigation of volcanic disasters, post-eruption ecology, and the impact of eruptions on organismal biodiversity.

Genres: Geology, Science

1456 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1999

Reviews

[Reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Encyclopedia of Volcanoes" is an impressive one-volume edition under the editorship of Haraldur Sigurosson.

I discovered this book browsing the stacks of my University library and scribed much useful information from it.

I love one-volume edition styles. Some people complain about the burden of having to carry one, but I would personally rather carry a twenty pound book, than having to lug around five or more volumes.

[Lisa Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fascinating and highly detailed tome that I thoroughly enjoyed.

[Rebecca Galbraith · Rating 5 out of 5]

The complete field of volcanology in one incredibly expensive textbook :D

[Yohandi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good. If you want to learn about volcanoes, you must read this book