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Now in its 4th edition, the accessible introduction to vulcanology returns, combining excellent science with clear language and true stories. Enlivened by first-hand descriptions and stunning photographs, this new edition now has three new chapters on Volcanoes in the solar system, the Pinatubo Volcano and the Yellowstone National Park. There has also been detailed updating throughout with greater coverage of calderas, all-new coverage on Mount St. Helens and the introduction of a new companion website.

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Author:   Robert Decker ,  Barbara Decker
Publisher:   Macmillan Learning
Imprint:   W.H.Freeman & Co Ltd
Edition:   4th Revised edition
Dimensions:   Width: 15.50cm , Height: 1.70cm , Length: 23.10cm
Weight:   0.521kg
ISBN:  

9780716789291

ISBN 10:   0716789299
Pages:   320
Publication Date:   01 September 2005
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Undergraduate
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   In Print  
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ROBERT DECKER taught at Dartmouth College for 25 years, spent 5 years as the Scientist-in-Charge at the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, and has worked with the USGS (U.S. Geological Survey) since 1979. BARBARA DECKER is a Professional Science Writer.

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