From Noahrsquo;s Biblical deluge to the China floods of 1931 that killed more than 3 million people; and from the broken levees in New Orleans to submerged streets and homes all over Britain; floods have always been an unwelcome companion of humanity. They have many causes: rain; melting ice; storms; tsunamis and the failures of dams and dikes. They have been used as deliberate acts of war causing thousands of casualties and have often been seen as punishments visited by vengeful gods. Flooding kills more people than any other type of natural disaster. This cultural and natural history of floods tells of the deadliest floods the world has seen; while also exploring the role of the deluge in religion; mythology; literature and art.Flood describes how aspects of floods ndash; the power of nature; human drama; altered landscapes ndash; have fascinated artists; novelists and ï¬lm-makers. It examines the ancient; catastrophic deluge that appears in many religions and cultures; and considers how the flood has become a key icon in world literatures and a favourite component of disaster movies. John Withington also relates how some of the most ambitious structures ever built by humans have been designed to protect us against these merciless encroaching waters; and discusses the increasing danger floods pose in a future beset by the effects of climate change. Filled with illustrations; Flood offers a fascinating overview of our relationship with one of humanityrsquo;s oldest and deadliest foes.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Fairplay - A Clear and Consise Review of Early Life in FairplayBy Mimi TolmanAs a former resident of Fairplay and a direct descendent of some of the early pioneers; the book presented a clear and concise background of life in early Fairplay.I am anxious to read the corresponding book on AlmaMs Linda Bjorklund did a superb job(signed) Joseph B Tolman son of John D Tolman and Barbara Singleton (daughter and granddaughter of the Bank of Alma Singletons)0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Good history of FairplayBy John MackeyGreat book with reading if you are interested in the history of this area. Quick; easy read. I was hoping to see more information on the surrounding area; specifically the Weston pass area where I have a place; but you cant cover everything. Thanks for writing a book on the town.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. FairplayBy Joanne SmithI have been reading her articles ion the local papers and have really enjoyed the articles on the old buildings. I was disappointed on. How dry the book was.
