Lisbon portugal during the great earthquake of november 1 1755 this copper engraving made in the same year shows the city in ruins and in flames tsunamis rush upon the shore destroying. Fascinating account of the earthquake and tsunami that wiped out the portuguese city of lisbon in 1755 and was regarded as proof of gods displeasure with the sinful world prompting a religious cull of those deemed responsible. Buy wrath of god the great lisbon earthquake of 1755 first edition by paice edward isbn 9781847246233 from amazons book store everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders wrath of god the great lisbon earthquake of 1755 amazoncouk paice edward books. Wrath of god the great lisbon earthquake of 1755 paice edward 9781847247940 amazoncom books 16 used new from 1048