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A review by marjeannguyen
Eruption: The Untold Story of Mount St. Helens by Steve Olson
4.0
I enjoyed reading about Mt. St. Helens and I thought this book was written well. I’m disappointed that I didn’t learn more about the 1980 eruption in school since it’s such a significant part of PNW culture and history.
My advise for people considering this book is to note it’s more about the history and economics involved with St. Helens than the science. A lot of the science referenced is the failings of scientists at the time to communicate well with the politicians/general public. (I realize that communication is a huge part of science but it wasn’t what I was expecting and looking for when I decided to read this book) There’s a sprinkling of explaining volcanology and geology but not as much as I’d been hoping for.
Overall, I recommend this book, especially if you live in the PNW or are interested in volcanoes.
My advise for people considering this book is to note it’s more about the history and economics involved with St. Helens than the science. A lot of the science referenced is the failings of scientists at the time to communicate well with the politicians/general public. (I realize that communication is a huge part of science but it wasn’t what I was expecting and looking for when I decided to read this book) There’s a sprinkling of explaining volcanology and geology but not as much as I’d been hoping for.
Overall, I recommend this book, especially if you live in the PNW or are interested in volcanoes.