This is a unique book about natural catastrophes, focusing on the mathematical aspects of these phenomena. Although academic in style and didactic in purpose, it is practical in the treatment of the diverse issues covered, which range from hazard warning and forecasting to engineering design criteria and insurance loss estimation. Addressing as it does many mathematical topics not found together in a single volume, the book should be of value to all those with a quantitative educational interest in or professional concern for natural catastrophes.
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Philosophy and Mathematics Rolled in One,
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Gordon Woo has written an elegant account of the impact of natural disasters in today's world, and the mathematical tools we have available for their prediction, mitigation and avoidance. He has drawn upon his theoretical physics background to discuss all major factors that have to be considered when quantitatively evaluating the likelihood and consequences of natural disasters. It is obvious he has read extensively not only the various methods available to engineers, scientists and financiers to avoid natural risks, but also the plethora of philosophical literature contributing to this field of study. It is an excellent account and can be enjoyed by those without an implicit understanding of mathematics, although some understanding adds to the experience. I look forward to his next book.
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Interesting topic, but limited in scope,
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For people who have some mathematical background and are interested in models of catastrophic events. I was a bit disappointed because the applications and examples of models are rather limited. But it's a good start.
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- Subjective Probability by George Wright on page 92, and page 113
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- Defence from Floods and Floodplain Management (NATO Science Series E: (closed)) by John Gardiner on page 138, and page 238
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- Earthquake Protection by Andrew Coburn on page 352, and Back Matter
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- Extreme Events in Nature and Society (The Frontiers Collection) by Sergio Albeverio in Back Matter
- Catastrophic Risk: Analysis and Management (The Wiley Finance Series) by Erik Banks in Back Matter
- EPSL Frontiers, Volume 1: Collection 2002-2003 (Vol 1) by A. Halliday on page 159
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