xx, 266 p., [8] p. of plates : ill. (some col.) ; 24 cm.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents
Denial -- Deliberation -- The decisive moment.
Summary
Offers a glimpse at disasters and their aftermath, describing the three stages of disaster response, how we react--or do not react--in moments of catastrophe, and how we can train ourselves and other victims to survive in the event of a disaster.