The Krakatoa Volcanic Eruption of 1883 - The Loudest Sound Ever Heard?

Explores the 1883 Krakatoa eruption, detailing the eruption’s explosive impacts, atmospheric shockwaves, resultant tsunamis, and the broader consequences for regional environments and human communities. Places Krakatoa in context with other major eruptions such as Tambora and Toba and discusses volcanic explosivity and historic effects on shipping, climate, and coastal settlements.