The Story of the Volcano House (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258508708)

The Story of the Volcano House is a non-fiction book written by Gunder Einer Olson. The book is a fascinating account of the history and geology of the Hawaiian Islands, with a particular focus on the Kilauea volcano and the famous Volcano House hotel that sits on its rim.The book begins with a brief overview of the geological history of the Hawaiian Islands, explaining how they were formed by volcanic activity over millions of years. It then delves into the history of Kilauea, one of the most active volcanoes in the world, and its impact on the people who have lived on the island for centuries.The focus then shifts to the Volcano House hotel, which was built in the late 1800s as a way to attract tourists to the island. The book describes the hotel's history, from its early days as a simple wooden structure to its current incarnation as a luxurious resort that offers stunning views of the volcano and the surrounding landscape.Throughout the book, Olson weaves together scientific information about the geology of the area with stories of the people who have lived and worked on the island. He also includes numerous photographs and illustrations that help to bring the story to life.Overall, The Story of the Volcano House is an engaging and informative book that will appeal to anyone with an interest in geology, history, or travel. It offers a unique perspective on one of the world's most fascinating natural wonders, and provides a glimpse into the lives of the people who have been shaped by it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Gunder Einer Olson
ISBN-10: 1258508702
ISBN-13: 9781258508708
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 10/27/2012
Pages: 94
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.66lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d