Discover a profound account of resilience in "Living With Earthquakes and Their Aftermath," authored by Rosie Belton. This captivating paperback is essential for anyone impacted by natural disasters, particularly the earthquakes that struck Canterbury. With dimensions of 150 x 208 mm and 156 pages of insightful reflections, this book is not just a narrative; it's a lifeline for those navigating life after seismic upheaval. Belton's unique diary-style writing resonates deeply, capturing real-time experiences and emotional truths from the devastating quakes that began in 2010 and continued for years. From the struggle for normalcy amidst constant tremors to the long-lasting impacts still felt today, her story is both a personal and collective exploration of survival, hope, and healing. This book is particularly valuable for readers interested in the psychology of disaster recovery and the experience of living in seismically active regions. As Michael Palin eloquently remarked, it helps us comprehend the incomprehensible, blending bewilderment, hope, and desperation into a compelling read. Whether you are a researcher, a student of geology, or simply someone seeking to understand the effects of earthquakes, "Living With Earthquakes" offers both personal stories and broader insights into trauma and resilience in the face of natural disasters. Order now to gain powerful insights into the human spirit. Your purchase from Smartfox NZ ensures that you won't face unexpected import charges, as we proudly support local NZ stock. We are happy to combine shipping for your convenience.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 150 x 208 mm
Pages: 156
Bind: paperback
Author: Rosie Belton Publisher: Renaissance Publishing
Publication Date: 06-03-2019

“I am reminded of what Harold Nicholson wrote about London during the Blitz: the same uncertainty as to what horror was going to happen next…” – Michael Palin Always an acute observer of people and the environment, in this new book Rosie Belton once again uses her diarist style to capture with intimacy and immediacy the events as they happened around her, in this case the earthquakes experienced by the people of Canterbury. Nothing could have prepared her, she says, for the severity of the quakes, starting with the first one in 2010, and then the ongoing disruption over the next six years: the grinding reality of living through so many months of shaking and the after-effects. Like many creative individuals, Rosie found that writing about those terrible events as they unfolded developed into a coping mechanism. And now, the result of her careful record-keeping and reflections can be read and appreciated by so many others whose lives have been affected by similarly large- scale natural disasters. It also makes excellent reading for anyone with an interest in knowing more about what it can be like to live in a seismically active country. Dedicated to all who face and survive unwanted change, Living with Earthquakes helps us, as well-known author and actor Michael Palin said after reading Rosie’s writings, ‘to comprehend the incomprehensible, conveying the mixture of bewilderment, hope and desperation very effectively’.

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