This is defintely my favourite book, and I am a prolific reader. There is not much I can add to the several eloquent reviews here except that this is true adventure: Swaying palms, smouldering volcanoes, intrepid travel, "lost" cultures. The list goes on. Most importantly the writing is non formulaic and from the outset evokes the wonder of Indonesia. Definitely treat yourself to the DVD set which is vintage National Geographic and early David Attenborough! Both the book and the DVD set are available in most book stores in Bali should you not be able to purchase on Amazon.[[ASIN:B0001I54S4 Ring of Fire: An Indonesian Odyssey]