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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
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Philosophy and Mathematics Rolled in One
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...
Published on July 24, 2001 by Jason West
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Interesting topic, but limited in scope
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.
Published on August 30, 2009 by Bob
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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
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Philosophy and Mathematics Rolled in One,
By Jason West (Balmain, NSW Australia) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Mathematics of Natural Catastrophes (Hardcover)
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.
3.0 out of 5 stars
Interesting topic, but limited in scope,
By Bob (Boston, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Mathematics of Natural Catastrophes (Hardcover)
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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The Mathematics of Natural Catastrophes by Gordon Woo (Hardcover - December 15, 1999)
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