Portrait of Haroun Tazieff

Haroun Tazieff books in order

French volcanologist, geologist

Lived
1914–1998
Country
Russia
Books
4

Haroun Tazieff published 4 books, beginning with Craters of Fire (1952). The best-known is When the Earth Trembles (1962).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Haroun Tazieff

Other books in order

  1. Craters of Fire (1952)

    239 pages

  2. Caves of Adventure (1953)

    222 pages

  3. When the Earth Trembles (1962)

    314 pages

  4. The Making of the Earth (1974)

    104 pages

About Haroun Tazieff

Haroun Tazieff was a Franco-Belgian volcanologist and geologist. He was a famous cinematographer of volcanic eruptions and lava flows, and the author of several books on volcanoes. He was also a government adviser and French cabinet minister. He also served in the Belgian resistance during World War II.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Haroun Tazieff FAQ

How many books has Haroun Tazieff written?
Haroun Tazieff published 4 books that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Haroun Tazieff's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with When the Earth Trembles.
What is Haroun Tazieff's last book?
The Making of the Earth (1974).
What is Haroun Tazieff's most famous book?
When the Earth Trembles (1962) is Haroun Tazieff's most widely read book.

Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.