Natural Disasters

This title examines one of the world's critical issues, natural disasters. Readers will learn the historical background of this issue leading up to its current and future impact on society. Types of natural disasters including hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and tsunamis are discussed in detail as well as the major issues associated with these natural disasters including preparedness, development, response, and recovery. Also covered are the costly effects of natural disasters on lives and economies and ways to minimize these effects as well as organizations that aid people before and after natural disasters occur. Engaging text, informative sidebars, and color photographs present information realistically, leaving readers with a thorough, honest interpretation of natural disasters. Features include a timeline, facts, additional resources, Web sites, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index. Essential Issues is a series in Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. This series examines some of the world's most critical contemporary social issues. Each book offers a historical background of the issue, leading up to its current and future impact on society. Also covered are efforts to combat the issue, including legislation and economic policy on a national and global level, as well as how economics, culture, and historical events affect each issue. Engaging text and color photographs present information realistically, leaving readers with a thorough, honest interpretation of each issue. Color photos and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Essential Issues is a series in Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.