Terrorism - History, Terrorism - General & Miscellaneous, Aviation Accidents & Disasters, Crime, Airplanes, Helicopters & Aircraft, Violence, War & Terrorism
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Synopsis
Take an exciting journey into perilous times and places. In captivating style and readable prose, the "World Disasters" series deals with the causes and effects of some of the greatest disasters in world history. Each book presents historical information about the time period and fascinating facts about the culture in which the disaster occurred. Marvelously illustrated, the books include inset boxes in which technical concepts are clearly explained. The reader will see how disaster affects the lives of real people and will gain a deeper understanding of their sorrow, their pain, their courage, and their hope.Editorials
School Library Journal
Gr 5-8-- The background and investigation of the explosion of Pan Am Flight 103 on December 21, 1988, over Lockerbie, Scotland, is accurately outlined in this thin volume. From the peaceful description of Lockerbie before the crash, to the narrative introductions to several passengers, to the painstaking investigation that followed, the tone and style are serious, yet lively and interesting. Airline error is not overlooked, as some detail is given about the breach of security at Pan Am before and measures that have been taken since the crash. Some extra explanations about airport security and radar are included in boxed insets. The numerous black - and -white photographs are of average quality. A good source for reports on this disaster, as well as an added source about terrorism and airline security. --Marilyn Long Graham, Lee County Library System, Fort Myers, FLBook Details
Published
December 31, 1991
Publisher
Greenhaven Press
Pages
64
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9781560060178