Krakatoa
Narrated by Simon Winchester
- Released
- January 14, 2004
- Length
- 12 hrs 1 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Harper
In this compelling exploration, bestselling author Simon Winchester delves into the catastrophic 1883 eruption of Krakatoa, one of the earth's most perilous volcanoes, and its far-reaching consequences. The eruption not only claimed nearly forty thousand lives through a devastating tsunami but also triggered global climatic changes and political unrest, including a surge of anti-Western sentiment in Java. Winchester's unique blend of historical insight and geological expertise provides a fresh perspective on this iconic disaster and its lasting impact on the world.
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