The Great Quake How the Biggest Earthquake in North America Changed Our Understanding of the Planet

On March 27, 1964, Alaska experienced the most powerful earthquake ever recorded in North America—a magnitude 9.2 catastrophe that shook the continent and fundamentally altered seismic science. The Great Quake tells the story of this transformative natural disaster and how it revolutionized our understanding of plate tectonics and earthquake mechanics. Through compelling narratives and scientific insight, the book explores the immediate devastation, the heroic rescue efforts, and the groundbreaking research that followed. Discover how this single event reshaped geology, influenced building codes, and changed how we prepare for and respond to seismic threats worldwide.