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The Asian Tsunami 2004

A Huge Wave Kills Thousands

The Asian Tsunami 2004( )
Author: Townsend, John
Series title:When Disaster Struck Ser.
ISBN:978-1-4109-2277-9
Publication Date:Jul 2006
Publisher:Heinemann-Raintree
Imprint:NA-r
Book Format:Hardback
List Price:USD $33.50
Book Description:

On the morning after Christmas, 2004, scientists detected a major earthquake in the Indian Ocean. They had no idea it had triggered a deadly wave. This tsunami would leave about 280,000 people dead and 1.5 million children homeless. Learn about the largest aid operation in the history of the world and the miraculous survival of some of the people who were washed out to sea. This book explains why tsunamis occur and what can be done to minimize their damage. Timelines, a glossary, ideas...
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Book Details
Pages:56
Detailed Subjects: Juvenile Nonfiction / Science & Nature / Disasters
Physical Dimensions (W X L X H):6.56 x 9.5 x 0.3 Inches
Book Weight:0.697 Pounds



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