When Humans Nearly Vanished: The Catastrophic Explosion of the Toba Volcano
Donald R. Prothero examines the Toba volcano’s catastrophic explosion and its possible implications for human prehistory. Blending geology with the story of human survival, this accessible work considers how a massive natural event may have shaped the course of our species.
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When Humans Nearly Vanished explores the catastrophic explosion of the Toba volcano.
Donald R. Prothero considers the eruption’s significance for Earth’s history and the survival of human populations.
The book connects geological catastrophe with questions about human prehistory and vulnerability.
It offers a science-focused look at one of the most consequential volcanic events associated with the human past.
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