Encyclopedia of Volcanoes

by Haraldur Sigurðsson (Editor in Chief), John Stix, Bruce Houghton

"The Encyclopedia of Volcanoes" summarizes our present knowledge of volcanoes. Through its thematic organization around the melting of the Earth, it provides a comprehensive source of information on the multidisciplinary influences of volcanic eruptions--both the destructive and the beneficial aspects. The world's experts on volcanology have been consulted in the planning of this volume. Over 80 authoritative, concise cross-referenced entries elucidate the major concepts and influences of volcanoes on past and present-day processes.

Genres: Geology, Science

1456 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1999

Reviews

[Reader]

"Encyclopedia of Volcanoes" is an impressive one-volume edition under the editorship of Haraldur Sigurosson.

I discovered this book browsing the stacks of my University library and scribed much useful information from it.

I love one-volume edition styles. Some people complain about the burden of having to carry one, but I would personally rather carry a twenty pound book, than having to lug around five or more volumes.

[Lisa Reads]

A fascinating and highly detailed tome that I thoroughly enjoyed.

[Rebecca Galbraith]

The complete field of volcanology in one incredibly expensive textbook :D

[Yohandi]

Very good. If you want to learn about volcanoes, you must read this book