Waiting for Disaster

Author	: Ralph H. Turner
Publisher	: Univ of California Press
Total Pages	: 456
Release	: 1986-01-01
ISBN-10	: 0520055500
ISBN-13	: 9780520055506
Rating	: 4/5 (506 Downloads)

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Download or read book Waiting for Disaster written by Ralph H. Turner and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 1986-01-01 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines how the media reported a bulge on the San Andreas Fault in 1976, describes the impact on public opinion, and suggests ways to encourage earthquake preparedness

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