From earthquakes in California to famine in Africa, from floods in Somalia to war in Bosnia, The World Reacts takes a comprehensive look at the effects of war and destructive natural occurrences. Written in association with the International Red Cross Federation, these books also examine the work of relief agencies in their efforts to bring aid to victims of disasters. Striking color photographs and informative accounts of real disasters bring young readers face to face with some of Earth's most damaging forces -- and the ways in which the world can help.