by Chris Smith
First published 2013
Indonesia sits within the Ring of Fire, where some of Earth's most active volcanoes shape daily existence. Chris Smith takes readers through this volcanic landscape, examining how these powerful geological forces have carved the Indonesian archipelago over millennia. The book presents both visual documentation and detailed prose to capture the varied characteristics and temperaments of these volcanic peaks. Smith also explores the human communities that have built their lives around these volatile mountains, showing how people adapt to and coexist with such dramatic natural forces. The work reveals the complex relationship between Indonesia's volcanic activity and the communities that call this geologically dynamic region home.
Genres: history, geography, adventure, geology, earth-sciences, academic
Vibes: educational, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: human-environment-interaction, man-vs-nature
Setting: Indonesia, Ring of Fire
144 pages · Hardcover · Didier Millet,Csi