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Volcano: Nature And Culture (Earth)
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For Years, Tourists Have Trekked Across Cracked Rock At Hawaiis Kilauea Volcano To Witness The Aweinspiring Sight Of Creeping Lava And Its Devastating Effects On The Landscape. In 2010, Eyjafjallajkull Erupted In Iceland, Stranding Travelers As A Cloud Of Ash Covered Western And Northern Europe, Causing The Largest Disruption Of Air Travel Since World War Ii. And Just A Few Months Later, Mount Merapi Blew In Indonesia, Killing Over 350 People And Displacing Over 350,000 Others, Awakening People Once More To The Dangerous Potential Of These Sleeping Giants.Though Today Largely Dormant, Volcanoes Continue To Erupt Across The World, Reminding Us Of Their Sheer Physical Power. In Volcano, James Hamilton Explores The Cultural History Generated By The Violence And Terrifying Beauty Of Volcanoes. He Describes The Reverberations Of Early Eruptions Of Vesuvius And Etna In Greek And Roman Myth. He Also Examines The Depiction Of Volcanoes In Artfrom The Earliest Known Wall Painting Of An Erupting Volcano In 6200 Bce To The Distinctive Colors Of Andy Warhol And Michael Sandles Exploding Mountains. Surveying A Number Of Twentyfirstcentury Works, Hamilton Shows That Volcanoes Continue To Influence The Artistic Imagination.Combining Established Figures Such As Joseph Wright And J. M. W. Turner With Previously Unseen Perspectives, This Richly Illustrated Book Will Appeal To Anyone Interested In Science As Well As The Cultural Impact Of These Spectacular Natural Features.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Volcano: Nature and Culture'? A: The book explores the cultural history and artistic influence of volcanoes, examining their impact on art and mythology throughout history.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Volcano: Nature and Culture'? A: The author of the book is James Hamilton.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Volcano: Nature and Culture' have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Volcano: Nature and Culture'? A: The book contains 208 pages.
- Q: When was 'Volcano: Nature and Culture' published? A: The book was published on June 15, 2012.
- Q: What condition is the book 'Volcano: Nature and Culture' in? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: What themes does 'Volcano: Nature and Culture' cover? A: The book covers themes related to nature, culture, and the historical impact of volcanoes.
- Q: Is 'Volcano: Nature and Culture' suitable for readers interested in science? A: Yes, the book appeals to anyone interested in the scientific aspects as well as the cultural impact of volcanoes.
- Q: Does 'Volcano: Nature and Culture' include illustrations? A: Yes, the book is richly illustrated, featuring various artworks and depictions of volcanoes.
- Q: What is the significance of volcanoes as discussed in the book? A: The book highlights the physical power of volcanoes and their lasting influence on human culture and artistic imagination.