Surviving the volcano

In 1993 volcanologist Stanley Williams was standing on top of a Colombian volcano called Galeras when it erupted, incinerating several of his colleagues instantly. As Williams tried to escape the mountain's fury, the volcano pelted him with white-hot projectiles travelling literally faster than speeding bullets. Within minutes he lay helpless and near death on Galeras's flank as volcanic bombs continued to rain down on him - until two uncommonly brave women mounted an astonishing rescue effort to carry him safely off the mountain.The tale of how Williams survived Galeras becomes the framework for this fascinating book about the tiny group of scientists who risk their own lives to save others. Echoing the drama of such true-life adventure classics as The Perfect Storm and Into Thin Air, Surviving Galeras reveals the fascinating, high-risk realm of volcanology, and explores the profound impact volcanoes have had on the earth's landscapes and civilisations.