Volcanoes: Encounters through the Ages

Description

Volcanoes have intrigued many people, who have left records of their encounters in letters, reports and diaries and through sketches and illustrations. This book tells the stories of volcanic eruptions around the world, using original illustrations and first-hand accounts to explore how our understanding of volcanoes has evolved through time.

David M. Pyle is a volcanologist and Professor of Earth Sciences at the University of Oxford.

'A beautifully illustrated historical tour of Earth's most fascinating volcanoes. Pyle's scientific expertise combines with the Bodleian Library's collection of volcanic art to produce an engaging narrative of our fiery planet.' -- Alexandra Witze * co-author, Island on Fire: The extraordinary story of Laki (Profile Books, 2014) * 'A journey into the volcanic sublime.' -- Barbara Kiser * Nature * 'The highlight of this book are the numerous historical illustrations that were included in the exhibition and that are collected in this book. From woodcuts and paintings to old maps and the first photographs, this is a remarkable and beautiful collection. ... a must for anyone interested in volcanoes.' -- Leon Vlieger * NHBS *