Memories of Mount St. Helens

By: Jim Erickson

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Synopsis: &“Takes a local and regional perspective in looking back on the mountain&’s history, the frenzied days surrounding the eruption, and its aftermath.&” —The Oregonian In the spring of 1980, Mount St. Helens awoke from a century-long slumber with a series of dramatic changes. Most threatening was a bulge on the side of the snowy peak, pushing steadily outward. Near Spirit Lake, local resident Harry Truman refused to leave his lodge, even as scientists like David Johnston warned about potential destruction. On May 18, the mountain finally blew, enveloping whole communities in ash and smoke. Mudflows destroyed bridges, houses and highways, and fifty-seven people, including Truman and Johnston, lost their lives. Today, the mountain is quiet. Plants and animals have returned and hiking trails have been rebuilt, but the scars remain. Join author and journalist Jim Erickson as he recounts the unforgettable saga of the Mount St. Helens eruption.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
Book Size:: 144 Pages
ISBN-13:: 9781439669495
Related ISBNs:: 9781467145015
Publisher:: Arcadia Publishing
Date of Addition:: 01/26/25
Copyrighted By:: Jim Erickson
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: History, Nonfiction, Biographies and Memoirs, Social Studies, Earth Sciences
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.