Detalles del libro
Formato
Tapa blanda
Páginas
96
Idioma
Inglés
Publicado
Sep 25, 2008
Editorial
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10
0194233952
ISBN-13
9780194233958
Descripción
Mary McIntosh explores the various forms of disaster that can strike humanity from all corners of the world. In her vivid narrative, she delves into how catastrophes can emerge from nature, technology, and human actions, disrupting lives and reshaping landscapes.
Through compelling anecdotes and insights, McIntosh illustrates the fragility of civilization in the face of sudden upheaval. Each disaster serves as a reminder of the power that exists beyond human control and the thin veil of security that society often assumes.
Yet, amid the chaos and destruction, there is a thread of resilience. The stories unfold not just as tales of loss but also highlight the human spirit’s capacity to rebuild and adapt, shedding light on the lessons learned from each calamity.
Through compelling anecdotes and insights, McIntosh illustrates the fragility of civilization in the face of sudden upheaval. Each disaster serves as a reminder of the power that exists beyond human control and the thin veil of security that society often assumes.
Yet, amid the chaos and destruction, there is a thread of resilience. The stories unfold not just as tales of loss but also highlight the human spirit’s capacity to rebuild and adapt, shedding light on the lessons learned from each calamity.
Géneros
Terror