Chasing Eruptions: How Volcanologists Maurice and Katia Krafft Helped Save 60,000 Lives-But Lost Their Own, (Hardcover)

<p><strong>The gripping story of volcanologists Maurice and Katia Krafft, perfect for armchair adventurers who loved <em>The Mona Lisa Vanishes</em> and <em>Becoming Muhammad Ali</em>. Complete with stunning illustrations from award-winning illustrator, Katherine Roy, and extensive backmatter for school and at-home conversations.</strong></p><p>This beautiful biography in verse is about two French scientists who changed what we know about volcanoes. Katia, a curious girl who collected pebbles and dreamed of escaping her small town, grew up just a few miles away from Maurice, a boy who knew more about rocks and minerals than his own teachers. . . . When Katia and Maurice met as college students, they formed The Vulcan Team--named after the Roman god of fire--to observe, investigate, and document one of the most dangerous, natural phenomena on the planet: volcanoes!</p><p>With dynamic art from award-winning artist Katherine Roy, <em>Chasing Eruptions</em> traces the legacy of Katia and Maurice Kraffts' volcanic photographs and films--and how their footage continues to inspire and educate today.</p><br>

• Chasing Eruptions: How Volcanologists Maurice and Katia Krafft Helped Save 60,000 Lives-But Lost Their Own, (Hardcover)
• Author: Bound to Stay Bound Books
• ISBN: 9798260502242
• Format: Hardcover
• Publication Date: 2026-04-21
• Page Count: 128