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1) Forgotten
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"If your old life vanished completely, should you try to get it back or create a whole new one? That's the intriguing question at the heart of Catherine McKenzie's Forgotten. The smart, funny, and provocative story of a woman who returns home after being stranded for months in Africa by an earthquake only to find that everyone in her life believed she was dead and moved on"--
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"Extreme weather has the ability to leave us devastated, but with the easy-to-follow Extreme Weather Survival Manual you'll be ready for anything Mother Nature throws at you. Dennis Mersereau and the editors of Outdoor Life magazine offer their life saving advice to help you survive blizzards, hurricanes, firestorms and much more."--Amazon.com.
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"Something is stirring deep inside. A whisper hisses through its magma chamber. Gases gurgle. Steam spits out. Bubbles boil and pop. Suddenly, it's time to wake up! This lively book is the perfect pick for budding vulcanologists--or anyone who lves things that go...KABOOM!"--
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Get the Summary of Manjula Martin's The Last Fire Season in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Last Fire Season" by Manjula Martin is a deeply personal and reflective account of living amidst the threat of wildfires in Northern California. Martin, awakened by a dry lightning storm, prepares to evacuate her forested hillside home, packing essentials and relying on a local volunteer fire department for protection....
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Survival expert Cody Lundin's new book, When All Hell Breaks Loose: Stuff You Need To Survive When Disaster Strikes is what every family needs to prepare and educate themselves about survival psychology and the skills necessary to negotiate a disaster whether you are at home, in the office, or in your car.
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"In March 2011, people in a coastal Japanese city stood atop a seawall watching the approach of the tsunami that would kill them. They believed--naively--that the huge concrete barrier would save them. Instead they perished, betrayed by the very thing built to protect them. Erratic weather, blistering drought, rising seas, and ecosystem collapse now affect every inch of the globe. Increasingly, we no longer look to stop climate change, choosing instead...
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Fire and flood, train wreck and tornado—a look at the many disasters Chicago has endured over the years, with photos and illustrations.
The story of Chicago is often likened to that of a phoenix rising out of the ashes of the Great Fire. Yet that infamous event was only part of the destruction that has shaped Chicago’s identity.
This unique history explores the calamities that have befallen...
The story of Chicago is often likened to that of a phoenix rising out of the ashes of the Great Fire. Yet that infamous event was only part of the destruction that has shaped Chicago’s identity.
This unique history explores the calamities that have befallen...
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"At the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, a young boy named Archie learns about community, genuine connection, and how not to lose hope. Even though he's inside with his family all day every day, Archie can't help but feel more alone than ever before. While everyone else seems to be adapting to their new normal just fine, it's like Archie is permanently on mute, unable to find the words to describe how he feels--and sometimes, unable to find someone...
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Remote island ecosystems, scattered like gems across the world's oceans, harbor unparalleled natural beauty and ecological significance. However, these isolated paradises are under imminent threat due to the accelerating impacts of climate change, including rising sea levels and extreme weather events. As pristine island habitats struggle for survival, the urgent need for conservation and restoration has become increasingly clear. Innovative solutions...
10) Heavy weather
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A near-future eco-thriller from the bestselling author of Schismatrix Plus and The Difference Engine.
The Storm Troupers are a group of weather hackers who roam the plains of Texas and Oklahoma, hopped up on adrenaline and technology. Utilizing virtual reality, flying robots, and all-terrain vehicles, they collect data on the extreme storms ravaging an America decimated by climate change. But even their visionary leader can't predict the danger on...
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This book was written to bring to everyone's attention our obsession with technology, which is destroying our planet's biosphere and will eventually, in the author's opinion, bring about the extinction of most species on Earth, both plant and animal, including, of course, our own. Clinging onto the belief that we will soon develop some new technology that will provide us with a free and unlimited source of energy and "save" us is just pure folly....
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Master the Art of Hurricane Preparedness and Protect Your Loved Ones
When the skies darken and the winds pick up, what's your plan? Living in West Florida means that hurricanes are an inevitable part of life. But with the right knowledge and preparation, they don't have to be a catastrophe. Bracing for the Storm: A West Florida Hurricane Survival Guide is your all-encompassing resource, designed to help you prepare, act, and recover like a pro.
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One of the greatest disasters of the twentieth century, in words and photos.
The Great Earthquake and Fire of 1906 was an unparalleled catastrophe in the history of San Francisco. More than 4.5 square miles of the city burned and crumbled into a windswept desert of desolation. This book is filled with remarkable images, from before the earthquake through the blaze and into the rebuilding.
With stories from...
The Great Earthquake and Fire of 1906 was an unparalleled catastrophe in the history of San Francisco. More than 4.5 square miles of the city burned and crumbled into a windswept desert of desolation. This book is filled with remarkable images, from before the earthquake through the blaze and into the rebuilding.
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Are you prepared for the next disaster? Hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, earthquakes, wars, and wildfires can strike at any time, and it's important to be prepared. The Disaster Preparedness Survival Guide: 10 Tips on How to Plan and Prepare for Any Emergency will give you the essential knowledge and tools you need to protect yourself and your loved ones in the event of a disaster. In this book, you'll learn:How to create a disaster preparedness planHow...
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"Quake Chronicles: California's Seismic Story" takes readers on a captivating journey through the heart of one of the most earthquake-prone regions in the world. This accessible and engaging non-fiction book offers a unique blend of storytelling and factual exploration, presenting an intimate portrait of California's seismic history, challenges, and triumphs.From the iconic San Andreas Fault to the profound impacts of historical earthquakes, each...
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A guide to keeping your family safe, well fed, and stocked with essentials in any emergency.
The Prepared-Not-Scared Cookbook reveals how to create a five-week comprehensive menu plan, build and keep a seventy-two-hour food kit, and where and how to shop for food items. It provides a clear game plan during emergencies, and highlights how implementing a food storage strategy can keep you feeling in control during a crisis.
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Discover the impactful ways that climate and weather changed the very course of human history from the founder and CEO of AccuWeather!
Join AccuWeather founder and CEO Dr. Joel N. Myers on a journey from the beginning of time to the modern day to see how weather and climate impacted world events throughout history, both the good and the bad.
Learn about the comet that hit Earth almost 67 million years ago, and how it triggered a massive climate...
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« La météo ne répond plus. Elle ne prédit plus rien. L'eau n'arrive pas quand elle doit arriver, et pourtant les crues se succèdent à un rythme vertigineux. Ce n'est plus un secret: bien qu'étant le continent qui contribue le moins au réchauffement climatique, dans l'absolu et par personne, l'Afrique est le territoire le plus affecté par celui-ci.
L'Europe et plus particulièrement la France, notamment en raison de son passé colonial...
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Every year around the globe, people cross paths with avalanches-some massive, some no deeper than a pizza box-often with deadly results. Avalanche expert Jill Fredston stalks these so-called freaks of nature, forecasting where and when they will strike, deliberately triggering them with explosives, teaching potential victims how to stay alive, and leading rescue efforts when tragedy strikes.
Having spent decades trying to keep avalanches and people...
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How to survive everything from hurricanes and wildfires to earthquakes and tsunamis, from the editors of Outdoor Life.
From basic precautions like knowing how to use a fire extinguisher to emergencies like riding out an avalanche, this comprehensive collection of practical advice prepares you to protect yourself, your home, and your family in a wide variety of situations. Included are sections on:
The Essential: Get ready with the right emergency...
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