"When one least expects it, voilà! Along comes a special person emanating an aura of positive energy. Cris Toala Olivares inspired us to reflect on and re-dedicate ourselves to what we had been doing for years: cherishing and respecting the environment of which we are a part."
—Marchese Lamberto Frescobaldi, winemaker

"An important contribution to our understanding of the beautiful but hazardous relationship between humanity and volcanoes. Toala Olivares brings personal insight into the spectacle of our planet in its most violent and primordial state."
—George Steinmetz, National Geographic Explorer and New York Times photographer

Award-winning documentary photographer Cris Toala Olivares has witnessed firsthand the raw, untamed power of the Earth. During the 2014 eruption of Ecuador’s Tungurahua volcano—whose name in Quechua means "Throat of Fire"—he stood at the edge of destruction, capturing the dramatic moment when generations of families were forced to leave the fertile slopes they had called home. Despite the danger, many hesitated, bound by a deep, almost sacred connection to the land.

This experience ignited a profound journey. Determined to explore humanity’s relationship with these fiery giants, Toala Olivares traveled across the globe, from Iceland to Indonesia, documenting 10 volcanoes and the lives intertwined with them. His work, a striking blend of photography and storytelling, unveils both the beauty and the brutal reality of living with volcanoes.

Through his TED Talk, Toala Olivares has inspired the world, showing how science and local wisdom can work together to better understand and coexist with volcanoes. His unique perspective bridges the gap between geological research and the knowledge of those who have lived for generations on the slopes of these powerful forces of nature.

Now, a rare opportunity: a limited number of signed copies of this collector’s edition are available. More than just a book, it is a work of art, a testament to resilience, nature, and the stories forged in fire. Secure yours now before they disappear forever.