Meltdown: Earthquake, Tsunami, and Nuclear Disaster in Fukushima
Author: Deanne Stillman
ISBN: 9781626727007
Price: Rs. 1519.00 • ✓ 100% Genuine Publisher Edition
Book Overview
Deirdre Langeland's Meltdown explores for middle grade readers the harrowing story of the deadly earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear meltdown that caused the 2011 Fukushima power plant disasterOn March 11, 2011, the largest earthquake ever measured in Japan occurred off the northeast coast. It triggered a tsunami with a wall of water 128 feet high. The tsunami damaged the nuclear power plant in Fukushima triggering the nightmare scenario--a nuclear meltdown.For six days, employees at the plant worked to contain the meltdown and disaster workers scoured the surrounding flooded area for survivors.This book examines the science behind such a massive disaster and looks back at the people who experienced an unprecedented trifecta of destruction.
Edition details: English, 320 pages. Reference ISBN: 9781626727007.
About the Author
Deanne Stillman is an acclaimed author whose published works are celebrated internationally for their insight, narrative skill, and enduring reader appeal.
Book Specifications & Quick Facts
- Reading Level
- General / Adult
- Language & Format
- English • Paperback
- ISBN Reference
- 9781626727007
- Publisher
- Pan Macmillan / International Publishers
- Pan-India Delivery
- Dispatches in 24–48 Hours across India
What is this book about?
Deirdre Langeland's Meltdown explores for middle grade readers the harrowing story of the deadly earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear meltdown that caused the 2011 Fukushima power plant disasterOn March 11, 2011, the largest earthquake ever measured in Japan occurred off the northeast coast. It...
Who should read this book?
Recommended for readers who enjoy quality books and are looking for genuine, well-crafted literature by Deanne Stillman.
Why Readers Pick This Edition
- You’ll love how simple and meaningful New Shoes feels from the very first page. It’s the kind of story that gently speaks to a child’s world—small moments, big feelings, and lessons that stay long after the book is closed. Perfect for shared reading, it opens the door to conversations about growing up, understanding others, and appreciating what we have. Whether it’s for bedtime or a thoughtful gift, this book creates warm, memorable moments you and your child will return to again and again.
- Published by Pan Macmillan / International Publishers.
- Language: English.
- Page count: 320.
Catalog Description
Deirdre Langeland's Meltdown explores for middle grade readers the harrowing story of the deadly earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear meltdown that caused the 2011 Fukushima power plant disasterOn March 11, 2011, the largest earthquake ever measured in Japan occurred off the northeast coast. It triggered a tsunami with a wall of water 128 feet high. The tsunami damaged the nuclear power plant in Fukushima triggering the nightmare scenario--a nuclear meltdown.For six days, employees at the plant worked to contain the meltdown and disaster workers scoured the surrounding flooded area for survivors.This book examines the science behind such a massive disaster and looks back at the people who...
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