Earth On Fire: How Volcanoes Shape Our Planet [Hardcover]

Angelika Jung-Huettl (Author), Bernhard Edmaier (Photographer)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 16, 2009

This stunning collection of photographs from Bernhard Edmaier showcases the world?s most dramatic and beautiful volcanic landscapes. Divided into five chapters by tectonic plate region, this book includes geothermal regions in Europe, the Americas, Africa, New Zealand, the Indian Ocean and the Caribbean; famous volcanoes such as Mount St. Helens in the USA, Etna in Italy, Kilimanjaro in Tanzania and Krakatoa in Indonesia are just a few of the sites highlighted. Earth on Fire features images of a wide variety of phenomena ? from hot flowing lava and towering columns of smoke and ash to lakes, islands and mountain ranges ? that are the result of volcanic activity, accompanied by clear, accessible texts explaining key details and events.

Editorial Reviews

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"If this fall's destructathon 2012 whetted your appetite for more about the planet's fiery potential for devastation, check out these searing volcano images that positively erupt with craters, calderas, and coursing lava."
–Entertainment Weekly

"This stunning volume celebrates volcanoes in all their devilish glory."
–Seattle Times

"Earth on Fire captures the intricacy and size of even the most commonly photographed volcanoes...a stunning addition to any coffee table."
–EARTH Magazine

About the Author

Bernhard Edmaier (b.1957) trained as a civil engineer and geologist and has photographed the earth?s surface for over 15 years. The result of meticulous planning and research, his extraordinary travels take him from the deserts of Africa to the ice plains of Iceland and the coral cliffs of the Great Barrier Reef. His abstractly beautiful compositions offer an awe-inspiring view of our planet. Dr. Angelika Jung-Hüttl (b.1957) is a geologist and writer who contributes to a number of different newspapers and popular scientific magazines. She has worked and traveled with Edmaier for 10 years and has written several books on volcanoes, ice and glaciers.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 220 pages
• Publisher: Phaidon Press (November 16, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0714857009
• ISBN-13: 978-0714857008
• Product Dimensions: 14 x 11.9 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,071,630 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Earth on Fire: How Volcanos Shape Our Planet, January 11, 2010

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G. D. Cole "Doug" (Lawton, OK.) - See all my reviews
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The photography is nothing short of "Stunning." I bought this as a Christmas gift for my rock-hound wife, and was about 90% sure she would like it, it was not what she was expecting. This is now the only book displayed on our coffee table. It is in the exact center of the coffee table. I think she likes it!Earth On Fire: How Volcanoes Shape Our Planet

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5.0 out of 5 stars Exquisite, January 8, 2010

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Michael Collier (Flagstaff, Arizona) - See all my reviews
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Earth on Fire is a remarkable celebration of a dynamic geologic process. The images offer an intimate view of the earth at its most awesome: explosive, destructive, creative. The text clearly expands on the information available within each picture. As an aerial photographer, I can appreciate the tenacity with which Edmaier pursued his subject. As a geologist, I applaud his ability to bring the world of vulcanism into crisp focus. I recommend this book to anyone interested in the earth sciences or photography.

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Book, February 21, 2011

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Absolutely stunning photographs! This book is worth every cent. Beautifully designed as well, one doesn't expect less from Phaidon! The small paragraphs annotating the photographs provide an interesting insight into geography too!