Earthquakes in Human History: The Far-Reaching Effects of Seismic Disruptions by Jelle Zeilinga de Boer and Donald Theodore Sanders

Blending geology, archaeology, and history, Earthquakes in Human History explores how seismic disasters have shaped civilizations throughout the ages. From the destruction of ancient cities like Troy and Jericho to the modern catastrophes that altered political and cultural landscapes, de Boer and Sanders trace the hidden connections between the shifting earth and human destiny. This masterful study reveals how earthquakes have not only toppled buildings but also redirected the course of religion, science, and empire itself.