{"title":"Jelle Zeilinga de Boer","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Jelle Zeilinga de Boer, an acclaimed author whose works delve deep into the science behind some of Earth's most powerful natural phenomena. With a focus on \u003cem\u003eEarthquakes in Human History\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eVolcanoes in Human History\u003c\/em\u003e, de Boer expertly bridges the gap between science and history, making complex geological events accessible and engaging for readers of all backgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the \u003cem\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/em\u003e category, de Boer’s books unravel the intricate connections between the Earth's dynamic forces and human civilisation. His insightful narratives guide you through how earthquakes and volcanoes have shaped societies throughout human history, offering a fresh perspective on their impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a science enthusiast or a curious reader looking to understand the natural world's influence on human history, Jelle Zeilinga de Boer's works are a treasure trove of knowledge. Explore his collection for a thought-provoking journey through time and nature.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"earthquakes-in-human-history-by-jelle-zeilinga-de-boer-9780691127866","title":"Earthquakes in Human History","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn November 1, 1755—All Saints' Day—a massive earthquake struck Europe's Iberian Peninsula and destroyed the city of Lisbon. Churches collapsed upon thousands of worshippers celebrating the holy day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEarthquakes in Human History\u003c\/em\u003e tells the story of that calamity and other epic earthquakes. The authors, Jelle Zeilinga de Boer and Donald Theodore Sanders, recapture the power of their previous book, \u003cem\u003eVolcanoes in Human History\u003c\/em\u003e. They vividly explain the geological processes responsible for earthquakes, and they describe how these events have had long-lasting aftereffects on human societies and cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTheir accounts are enlivened with quotations from contemporary literature and from later reports. In the chaos following the Lisbon quake, government and church leaders vied for control. The Marques de Pombal rose to power and became a virtual dictator. 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Gases and dust particles ejected into the atmosphere changed weather patterns around the world, resulting in the infamous 'year without a summer' in North America, food riots in Europe, and a widespread cholera epidemic. And the gloomy weather inspired Mary Shelley to write the gothic novel \u003ci\u003eFrankenstein\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis panoramic book tells the story of nine such epic volcanic events, explaining the related geology and exploring the myriad ways our planet's volcanism has affected human history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'A detailed and vivid account of the fiery relationship between the Earth and its surface dwellers.' \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Guardian\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Does the world need another book about volcanic eruptions and the havoc they wreak? The answer, for this book, is an emphatic \"yes,\" especially for the general reader. 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