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Their Rise and Their Risks by Richard L. Hill |
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| Towering, majestic, beautiful —
the Cascade Range is the centerpiece of the Northwest's renowned beauty.
These rugged, snowcapped summits provide an inspiring backdrop to the landscape
from Washington to northern California. Yet underneath this elegant facade
are powerful, unpredictable forces. Thirteen of the range's peaks have
the potential to explode with catastrophic results, seven peaks have erupted
in the last 250 years, and, on average, two eruptions occur each century.
Which mountain is next?
Through stunning photographs, exciting illustrations, and simple informative text, award-winning science writer Richard L. Hill explores this question and more. He describes pyroclastic flows, plate tectonics, and each peak's distinctive characteristics, examining how the volcanoes are linked and what hazards they might still pose. |
Volcanoes of the Cascades Their Rise and Their Risks by Richard L. Hill The Lyons Press, 2004 Order a copy. |
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