Chasing Eruptions - by Curtis Manley (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

The gripping story of volcanologists Maurice and Katia Krafft, perfect for armchair adventurers who loved The Mona Lisa Vanishes and Becoming Muhammad Ali. Complete with stunning illustrations from award-winning illustrator, Katherine Roy, and extensive backmatter for school and at-home conversations.

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!

With dynamic art from award-winning artist Katherine Roy, Chasing Eruptions traces the legacy of Katia and Maurice Kraffts' volcanic photographs and films--and how their footage continues to inspire and educate today.

Review Quotes

★ "Engaging and beautifully written and ­illustrated, this can be read as an ­adventure story or be used for STEM learning." - School Library Journal (starred review)

★ "Fascinating. Manley keeps the pace moving with directness and clarity, using vivid descriptions that produce tension while providing accurate information." - Horn Book Reviews (starred review)

"An engaging tribute to scientists who transformed volcanic study through fearless dedication." - Kirkus Reviews

"A loving tribute to science and scientists that educates as easily as it entertains." - Booklist