The Deadliest Fires Then and Now (the Deadliest #3, Scholastic Focus)

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• Deborah Hopkinson

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• 224 Seiten
• 8 Lesestunden

• Geschichte
• Sachliteratur

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Set against the backdrop of the 1871 Peshtigo fire, the narrative explores the catastrophic impact of industrialization and urbanization on fire safety in America. It delves into the historical context of deadly fires, highlighting the struggles of communities to protect themselves amidst growing populations and climate change. Through the perspectives of scientists, witnesses, and survivors, the author vividly recounts the events of that fateful night and connects the past to contemporary wildfire challenges, emphasizing the ongoing battle for the planet's future.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2022
• Einband: Hardcover