krakatoa (indonesia)

In August 1883, a catastrophic volcanic eruption off the coast of Java was followed by a tsunami that killed nearly 40,000 people. The author brings new perspective to this iconic event, showing how it marked a change in East-West relations.

Photographs, maps, time lines, and easy-to-follow text describe the events surrounding the 1883 eruption of Mount Krakatau.

Presents an illustrated account of the volcano eruption on the island of Krakatoa on August 27, 1883, and its aftermath.

Color photos fill this overview of the very noisy Indonesian volcano Krakatoa, describing its formation, its historic eruption in 1883, and the changes that have shaped the island over time. Also includes a glossary and related Web site addresses.