Uncover the Earths inner secrets as you explore the worlds most magnificent volcanoes and earthquakes like never before. Become an eyewitness to the worlds most explosive volcanoes and powerful earthquakes with this pictureled guide that will take you on a visual tour of the hotspots of the world. Explore everything you need to know about the Earths most extraordinary natural forces from active volcanoes including Kilanea in Hawaii and Etna in Italy to devastating earthquakes that have hit San Francisco and Japan. Discover how the eruption of Mount Vesuvius devastated the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum but left in its wake remarkably preserved treasures.Throughout the pages of this newly revised incredible history book you can expect to find All information updated by expert consultantsPacked with amazing facts infographics statistics and timelinesIncludes brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the fieldEyewitness Volcano and Earthquake explores how tectonic plates collide what causes magma to escape from deep inside Earth and why eruptions affect our weather. Learn how scientists predict and measure the magnitude of earthquakes and find out what a volcanologist doesPacked with striking fullcolour photographs and illustrations of lava flows pyroclastic clouds rocksand precious stones preserved bodies and petrified objects and much more along with amazing facts infographics statistics and a timeline to reveal the most devastating volcanoes and earthquakes in history.From tectonic plates to liquid lava this allencompassing geography book is a musthave volume for curious children aged 9 with a thirst for knowledge and learning alongside teachers parents and librarians.So whats new Part of DKs bestselling Eyewitness series this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of informationseekers and stayathome explorers with a fresh new look up to 20 per cent new images including photography and updated diagrams updated information and a new eye