Presents an analysis of the earthquake that hit San Francisco on April 18, 1906, looking at the damage done by the quake as well as the resulting firestorm, and discussing the looming threat of future earthquakes in the area.
"Think you know a lot about natural disasters? Prepare to know even more about hurricanes, wildfires, earthquakes, and more. You'll be surprised by how much you'll discover in this . . . book of natural disaster trivia"--Provided by publisher.
Explores the forces that shape the planet and the lives of its inhabitants. Rare footage captures the violence of natural disasters, from hurricanes to volcanoes.