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The Big One: The Cascadia Earthquakes and the Science of Saving Lives (Scientists in the Field) by [Elizabeth Rusch]

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The Big One: The Cascadia Earthquakes and the Science of Saving Lives (Scientists in the Field) Kindle Edition

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No one ever thought the Pacific Northwest was due for an earthquake, let alone a catastrophic one. But geologists are transforming our understanding of the grave dangers the population in the region of Cascadia face—will there be a big one? And what can be done to save lives?

America's Pacific Northwest has relatively few earthquakes—only a handful each year that cause even moderately noticeable shaking. But a couple decades ago, scientists discovered a geological feature running along the coast that in other parts of the world regularly triggers massive earthquakes of 8.0 magnitude and higher. Were there once massive earthquakes in this part of the world? Geologists think there were. Now a small group of scientists are studying things that you might not think have anything to do with earthquakes—marsh soil, ocean sediments, landslide debris, and ghost forests—and they have reason to believe that the Pacific Northwest is likely not as idyllic as it was once assumed. The population is likely in grave danger of a massive earthquake at some point. What can be done? The big one can't be stopped, but scientists are working tirelessly to learn as much as they can to prepare.

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★ "A first-rate resource." –School Library Journal, STARRED review

"[T]he information flow across chapters is exceptionally smooth and well organized. As customary for the Scientists in the Field series, the snapshot vibe of the generous photo illustration lends immediacy to the highlighted research."–The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

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Liz Rusch lives in Portland, Oregon, with her husband, two terrific kids, and one very funny, quirky dog named Reba. She has written more than 100 magazine articles and more than a dozen acclaimed children’s books, including picture books, middle grade, fiction, nonfiction and even a graphic novel.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07T3JJ6TL
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Clarion Books; Illustrated edition (Aug. 18 2020)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 63176 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 132 pages

Best Sellers Rank: #938,571 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #19 in Children's Earthquake & Volcano Books
- #39 in Children's Architecture Books
- #173 in Children's Environment & Ecology Books

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I am an award-winning book author, magazine writer, editor, writing teacher and speaker. My wide-ranging passions include current events, astronomy, volcanology, art, music, history, nature, waves, jokes, crayons, and mud — anything that catches my fancy. I am inspired by stories of exploration and discovery, stories that have been overlooked by history, and stories that grapple with persistent questions. Whether writing fiction or nonfiction for children or adults or teaching workshops, I hope my work opens doors, opens minds, opens possibilities.

Please visit my website to explore more about my books, my articles, my editing, and my school visits and writing workshops. I also offer reading and activity guides for many of my books. Enjoy!

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Excellent introduction to the Cascadia fault

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on February 18, 2021

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Written with simple language but no condescension, this book is a fast, highly readable starter book for anyone interested in learning about the Cascadia subduction zone. The last two chapters on what you personally can do to prepare were well thought out and practical. I've been interested in preparedness in the Pacific Northwest for over five years, and I still learned some things. Great book, well worth the time to read!

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