Volcanoes in Human History

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Volcanoes in Human History
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Publisher : Princeton University Press
Total Pages : 315
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ISBN-10 : 9780691118383
ISBN-13 : 0691118388
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Book excerpt: Beginning with the Bronze Age eruption that caused the demise of Minoan Crete, this book shows how volcanism shaped religion in Hawaii, permeated Icelandic mythology and literature, caused widespread population migrations, and spurred scientific discovery. 18 halftones. Illustrations & maps.


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