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Fire in the Sea: The Santorini Volcano: Natural History and the Legend of Atlantis

Fire in the Sea: The Santorini Volcano: Natural History and the Legend of Atlantis


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The legend of the lost city of Atlantis has captivated the human imagination for centuries. Did this city actually exist, and, if so, what happened to it? Was it destroyed in the greatest cataclysmic event of the Bronze Age? While the truth behind the legend of Atlantis may never be known, Fire in the Sea tells the story of one of the largest and most devastating natural disasters of classical history that may also hold vital clues to the possible existence and fate of the lost city. In vivid prose, author Walter L. Friedrich describes the eruption of the Greek island of Santorini, or Thera, sometime in the 17th or 16th century BC. This eruption, perhaps one of the largest explosions ever witnessed by humankind, sent a giant cloud of volcanic ash into the air that eventually covered settlements on the island. Friedrich relates how this event forever altered the course of civilization in the region, and inspired a mystery that has fired humanity's imagination ever since. More than 160 elegant, full-color photographs and vivid prose capture the beauty, the geology, archaeology, history, peoples and environmental setting of Santorini. Fire in the Sea will readily appeal to the general reader interested in natural catastrophies as well as the beauty of the region. It will also enchant anyone who has ever dreamt about uncovering the mystery of the legend of Atlantis. Walter Friedrich is currently an associate professor at the Department of Earth Sciences, University of Aarhus, Denmark. He has visited Santorini at least 35 times since 1975 and has published numerous scientific articles in such international journals as Nature, Lethaia, Spektrum der Wissenschaft, and other publications.

Table of Contents:
Preface; Acknowledgements; Introduction; Part I. The Geological Framework: 1. The geography of Santorini; 2. Santorini and the puzzle of plate tectonics; 3. The geological development of Santorini; 4. Stratigraphy - the backbone of the geology; 5. Plant remains and geological time; Part II. The Minoan Eruption and its Effects: 6. The mechanism of the Minoan eruption; 7. When did the catastrophe occur?; Part III. The Volcano Releases its Secret: 8. A bronze-age Pompeii; 9. What was living on the island during the bronze age?; 10. An idea takes hold; 11. Geological observations and the legend of Atlantis; Part IV. The Island is Changing its Appearance: 12. The caldera is filling again; 13. Volcanism today; 14. Present and future changes of the island; Bibliography; Appendices.

Review :
'This book, with its clear text and superb illustrations, is a suitable geological complement to the lavishly illustrated publications of Santorini's archaeological remains. Those wishing to place those remains in a physical context will find it most rewarding.' John Bennet, The Times Higher Education Supplement 'Where the book really excels is that all facets seem to have been treated with comparable, if not equal, authority. The geology is dealt with thoroughly … Historical and archaeological evidence is thoroughlt integrated and the whole forms a coherent story … excellent photographs and clear diagrams … The science is clear and thorough but not condescending and the author conveys thorough knowledge and enthusiasm for the region … an excellent read for anyone contemplating a visit to any volcanic island and would be essential preparation for a visit to Santorini. It is the sort of book one would return to … excellent value.' Bulletin of the British Ecological Society ' … Santorini exploded in 1600 BC producing one of the largest explosions ever witnessed by humans. The story of why it blew - and the consequences - is superbly detailed and illustrated in Friedrich's book.' Douglas Palmer, Focus Magazine 'Fire in the Seas gives an excellent account of the archaeological and geological history of Santorini … [it] could be used in an introductory course of geology, but it is written for a far wider audience. Its lavish color photographs, drawings and computer graphics will have broad appeal. Anyone who is interested in earth science, history or archaeology will find an abundance of information about Santorini and about modern methods of geological and archaeological research.' Svend Erik Rasmussen, Geologisk Institut, Aarhus '… a lavishly illustrated book about the volcanic explosion of the Greek island of Santorini … a painstaking account … The photographs and diagrams are truly enlightening … a genuine education in the enormous power of the Earth to shake up the landscape.' National Geographic 'Adventure' '… a handsome book that tells a fascinating story.' Dr Richard A. F. Grieve, Episodes 'Fire in the Sea deals with all major aspects of the history of Santorini from the perspective of science and scholarship. … However, this is much more than a geology book … The book is beautifully produced and illustrated with outstanding colour diagrams and photographs, and is also well written, making it a very pleasing book to read and own. … Walter Friedrich's book is the broadest and most accessible contribution. It is beautifully illustrated, clearly written and I can strongly recommend it to both professional geologists and the wider world.' R. S. J. Sparks, Geological Magazine '… a fascinating account of geological and historical aspects of this jewel of the Aegean, the island of Santorini.' Sigurour Steinpórsson, Jökull 'If you are looking for a book to add distinction to your coffee table, this one is a good choice … handsomely produced, beautifully laid out, lavishly illustrated with carefully chosen photographs … and crammed with information boxes, diagrams and tables.' History Now '… arguably the best general scientific introduction to one of the most significant volcanic eruptions known, and would make an excellent companion for any geologist or archaeologist (amateur or professional) travelling to the beautiful Cycladic island itself.' Clive Oppenheimer, Earth-Science Reviews ' … a popular book that makes science accessible, and proves that true accounts can be better than fiction.' Journal of Hellenic Studies


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9780521652902
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Cambridge University Press
  • Height: 284 mm
  • No of Pages: 272
  • Returnable: N
  • Returnable: N
  • Sub Title: The Santorini Volcano: Natural History and the Legend of Atlantis
  • Width: 229 mm
  • ISBN-10: 0521652901
  • Publisher Date: 11 May 2000
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Returnable: N
  • Spine Width: 23 mm
  • Weight: 1239 gr


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