About the book
Many ideas and concepts about natural hazards have been developed in Australasia but these are often overlooked in books written from a Northern Hemisphere perspective. Natural Hazards in Australasia is the first textbook that considers Australasian natural hazards their triggering mechanisms and the physical and social environments in which they occur. James Goff and Chris de Freitas lead an expert author team from around Australia and New Zealand to introduce readers to the natural hazards of the Australasian region including floods drought tropical cyclones volcanic and seismic hazards tsunamis landslides and bushfires. This book explores the interactions not only between one hazard and another but also between humans and natural hazards. Key pedagogical features for students include learning objectives regional case studies summaries chapter glossaries end-of-chapter review and discussion questions and further reading and resources. The full colour text is enhanced by a rich array of illustrations photographs and maps.
Editions of Natural Hazards in Australasia
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781107682597
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Many ideas and concepts about natural hazards have been developed in Australasia but these are often overlooked in books written from a Northern Hemisphere perspective. Natural Hazards in Australasia is the first textbook that considers Australasian natural hazards their triggering mechanisms and the physical and social environments in which they occur. James Goff and Chris de Freitas lead an expert author team from around Australia and New Zealand to introduce readers to the natural hazards of the Australasian region including floods drought tropical cyclones volcanic and seismic hazards tsunamis landslides and bushfires. This book explores the interactions not only between one hazard and another but also between humans and natural hazards. Key pedagogical features for students include learning objectives regional case studies summaries chapter glossaries end-of-chapter review and discussion questions and further reading and resources. The full colour text is enhanced by a rich array of illustrations photographs and maps.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Natural Hazards in Australasia about?
Many ideas and concepts about natural hazards have been developed in Australasia but these are often overlooked in books written from a Northern Hemisphere perspective. Natural Hazards in Australasia is the first textbook that considers Australasian natural hazards their triggering mechanisms and the physical and social environments in which they occur. James Goff and Chris de Freitas lead an expert author team from around Australia and New Zealand to introduce readers to the natural hazards of the Australasian region including floods drought tropical cyclones volcanic and seismic hazards tsunamis landslides and bushfires. This book explores the interactions not only between one hazard and another but also between humans and natural hazards. Key pedagogical features for students include learning objectives regional case studies summaries chapter glossaries end-of-chapter review and discussion questions and further reading and resources. The full colour text is enhanced by a rich array of illustrations photographs and maps.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Natural Hazards in Australasia?
Earth Sciences, Geography, Environment, Planning > Earth sciences
Where can I read a sample of Natural Hazards in Australasia?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781107682597
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Natural Hazards in Australasia?
James Goff,Chris de Freitas
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Natural Hazards in Australasia is available as paperback(ISBN 9781107682597)