This book discusses the science behind earthquakes and their effects. The chapters examine notable earthquakes in history, explain why earthquakes occur, and sh

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This book discusses the phenomenon of earthquakes, how and where they can occur, what causes them, the damage they can create, and how they can be predicted. Th

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