Living With Earthquakes and Their Aftermath

Explore the profound insights into the human experience during natural disasters with "Living With Earthquakes and Their Aftermath." Authored by Rosie Belton, this compelling paperback, measuring 150 x 208 mm, spans 156 pages of poignant reflections on the catastrophic earthquakes that struck Canterbury beginning in 2010. Belton's unique diarist style allows readers to immerse themselves in her intimate narratives, showcasing the emotional impact and practical challenges faced during the seismic turmoil. This book does more than recount events; it offers a coping mechanism for anyone managing trauma from large-scale natural disasters. Perfect for those living in seismically active regions or for anyone interested in disaster preparedness and resilience, Belton's writings also resonate with a broader audience looking to understand the intricacies of human responses to unpredictable circumstances. As acclaimed author Michael Palin notes, "Living with Earthquakes" helps us "comprehend the incomprehensible," navigating the complex emotions of bewilderment, hope, and desperation. Whether you’ve experienced a natural disaster firsthand or are exploring the intricacies of human resilience, this book is a powerful and essential read that touches on themes of survival, community, and the human spirit. Published by Renaissance Publishing on March 6, 2019, it stands as a testament to the strength of those who endure and adapt amid adversity. With its compelling storytelling and deep emotional resonance, it is a must-have for anyone's bookshelf, especially for readers interested in disaster recovery and personal resilience in the face of life's unforeseen challenges.

Author: Rosie Belton Publisher: Renaissance Publishing
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 150 x 208 mm
Pages: 156
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’.