John P. Lockwood

Since the publication of the first edition of Volcanoes in 2010, our world of volcanology has changed in exciting ways. Volcanoes have continued to erupt (some 61 eruptions with VEI magnitudes greater than 3 have taken place since 2010), and in this revised and updated edition, the authors describe the largest of these, and the ones that have had the...

Volcanoes – Global Perspectives explores the essential elements of the delicate global balance of forces that govern both the dynamic evolution of Earth and the nature of life itself. Volcanic activity is crucial for life as we know it, yet volcanoes, while beautiful to behold, can also be destructive. Understanding their nature is vital to prevent significant loss of life...