In Het Rijk van Vulcaan by R. A. van Sandick
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About this eBook
| Author | Sandick, R. A. (Rudolf Adriaan) van, 1855-1933 |
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| Title |
In Het Rijk van Vulcaan de Uitbarsting van Krakatau en Hare Gevolgen |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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Produced by Robert Cicconetti, Michael Oltz and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "In Het Rijk van Vulcaan" by R. A. van Sandick is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The book explores the eruption of Krakatau and its consequences, particularly focusing on the geological and environmental aspects of this significant event. Van Sandick, a former engineer and educator in the Dutch East Indies, aims to provide a popular treatment of the eruption, emphasizing the need for accessible scientific discourse following the classic work of R. D. M. Verbeek. The opening of the book sets the stage for a detailed exploration of volcanic activity, specifically the infamous eruption of Krakatau in 1883. Van Sandick reflects on his personal experiences during the eruption while also referencing previous works about Krakatau and its geological significance. He introduces readers to the world of volcanoes, illustrating the awe and fear they inspire, and discusses the various theories surrounding their activity. The text blends personal narrative with scientific inquiry, inviting readers to appreciate the complexities of volcanic phenomena and their impact on both nature and humanity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | QE: Science: Geology |
| Subject | Krakatoa (Indonesia) -- Eruption, 1883 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 18016 |
| Release Date | Mar 19, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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