Mont Pelée and the Tragedy of Martinique

A Study of the Great Catastrophes of 1902, with Observations and Experiences in the Field

By:

Angelo Heilprin

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Paperback / softback

Series:

Cambridge Library Collection - Earth Science

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The geologist and explorer Angelo Heilprin (1853–1907) was one of the first scientists to climb the erupting volcano Mont Pelée in 1902. This study, published the following year, records his on-the-spot observations and the scientific data he collected. The erupting volcano tragically destroyed the city of St Pierre, transforming the tropical paradise of Martinique into disastrous chaos. Heilprin's account includes close-range photographs of the erupting volcano taken by the author himself, illustrating the various phases of its activity. These famous photographs are still widely used today. Heilprin pays tribute to the people of the island, describing the courteous assistance he received during his visits. He compares the Pelée eruptions with Mount Vesuvius and its effects on Pompeii, providing important historical context. The book is recognised as being the most thorough study of the eruption sequence and its consequences - one of the greatest natural disasters of the twentieth century.

Release date NZ

May 19th, 2011

Author

Angelo Heilprin

Audience

Professional & Vocational

Illustrations

36 Plates, black and white; 2 Maps; 28 Halftones, unspecified

Pages

422

Series

Cambridge Library Collection - Earth Science

Dimensions

152x229x24

ISBN-13

9781108072496

Product ID

10372361

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