Description
Travel around the world for a firsthand look at volcanoes - perhaps the most dazzling but destructive natural force on earth. Massive volcanic eruption can turn day into night, releasing the power of an atomic blast, spewing toxic avalanches of lava, gas, and ash. National Geographic Video transports you to some of the world's most notorious volcanoes, including Mount Pinatubo in the Philippines and Japan's Mount Unzen. Join volcanologists in their dangerous quest to forecast eruptions and save lives and experience the explosive excitement and human drama surrounding volcanoes.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.5 based on 6 reviews)

Excellent Footage

I bought this for my son because he is fascinated with volcanoes. It's a thousand times better than Ultimate Guide ~ Volcanoes because this DVD focuses more on the actual volcanoes and what the scientists do onsite. My son loved all the various action shots of explosions, lava flows, etc.

They include both the good and bad experiences of several scientists, and one of the bonus features is a separate documentary featuring a scientist's attempt to study one volcano in particular, where he has to overcome all kinds of obstacles just to collect data.

I think this DVD is interesting for all ages, and I also recommend Volcanoes (The Wonders of Our World) for a companion gift.
December 23, 2008

ordered for my son

this was ordered for my son's project and it was just what we needed. no problems
October 27, 2007

terrific!

This is absolutely the best DVD on volcanoes out there because it shows the impact on human life - not only on the people who live in the shadow of an active volcano, but on the people who study or chase volcanoes.

Even though it covers many different eruptions (both old and new), it is well organized and effective.

Highly recommended.

January 28, 2007

Excellent DVD

I bought this for my six year old daughter, who has an interest in Volcanoes. It was a little much for her, but I really enjoyed it. Stunning images and very informative. I highly recommend it.
January 09, 2007

Hot, Hot, Hot

Explosive. Engaging. Horrific. Packed with amazing tales and footage, this DVD has even got a true Romeo and Juliet love story in it about two volcanologists who fall in love, chase eruptions around the world and are finally killed by a volcano. Some of the blazing images will make your skin tingle in awe, in beauty, in fright, in amazement. Nature DVDs don't get any better than this!
February 24, 2005

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