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        By: William Ryan, Walter Pitman

Noah's Flood

Simon & Schuster / 2000 / Paperback
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(PUBTouchstone)Did a massive flood in the Black Sea 7,600 years ago spawn the many tales of a worldwide deluge? Two Columbia University geologists think so, and show how a flourishing civilization nearly vanished. "An impressive marshaling of geophysical and archaeological evidence,"---Kirkus Reviews. 319 pages, softcover.

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Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 320
Vendor: Simon & Schuster
Publication Date: 2000
Dimensions: 8.5 X 5.50 (inches)
ISBN: 0684859203
ISBN-13: 9780684859200
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In this highly accessible excursion into modern-day science and ancient mythologies, two geophysicists show that the flood really happened 7,500 years ago, spreading the culture and technology that are the very basis of our civilization. Maps & line drawings.

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William B. F. Ryan and Walter C. Pitman are senior scientists at the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University and recipients of the Shepard Medal of excellence in marine geology.

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David Brown The Washington Post A fascinating lesson in geology, oceanography, archaeology, and inductive reasoning.

Amanda Heller The Boston Globe A complex but thoroughly plausible solution to this intriguing mystery in a narrative of surprisingly dramatic intensity.

Philip Morrison and Phylis Morrison Scientific American As engaging as it is important...exciting...full of surprises, rivalries, and partnerships.

Richard Ellis The New York Times Book Review An interesting and provocative story...Ryan and Pitman have thoroughly researched every aspect of this intricately woven story. They are articulate, enthusiastic, and dedicated.

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