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A TREATISE ON EARTHQUAKE DANGERS, CAUSES AND PALLIATIVES (18 IBD

THOMAS ROWLANDSON
KESSINGER PUBLISHING, LLC
06 / 2008
9781436756242
Inglés

Sinopsis

''A Treatise On Earthquake Dangers, Causes And Palliatives'' is a book written by Thomas Rowlandson and published in 1869. The book provides a detailed analysis of earthquakes, their causes, and the measures that can be taken to mitigate their effects. Rowlandson begins by discussing the history of earthquakes and their impact on human societies. He then goes on to explain the science behind earthquakes, including their causes and the different types of seismic waves that they produce. The book also covers the various ways in which earthquakes can be detected and measured, as well as the different methods that can be used to predict their occurrence. Rowlandson also provides an overview of the different types of damage that earthquakes can cause, including structural damage, landslides, and tsunamis. In the final section of the book, Rowlandson discusses the different measures that can be taken to mitigate the effects of earthquakes. These include building design and construction techniques, emergency preparedness plans, and public education campaigns. Overall, ''A Treatise On Earthquake Dangers, Causes And Palliatives'' is a comprehensive guide to earthquakes and their impact on society. It provides valuable insights into the science behind earthquakes and the measures that can be taken to reduce their destructive effects.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world?s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.