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Explores the role of firefighting in human history while chronicling the world's most famous fires. An innovative, vividly illustrated chronicle of humankind's struggle to subdue nature's most primal and destructive force -- from Rome in 64 AD to the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001 -- Firefighting examines history's most formidable fires, showing how each influenced the evolution of firefighting technology, equipment, and tactics. Following today's firefighters as they prepare to meet the challenges of tomorrow's fires, no other book has explored the role of the firefighter in human society-past, present, and future quite like Firefighting.
Hardcover: 160 pages
Publisher: DK ADULT; 1st edition (September 1, 2002)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0789489090
ISBN-13: 978-0789489098
Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 0.7 x 12.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds
Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
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Or would that be "disasters!"This book features an in-depth examination of 65 fires from all around the world and in a variety of categories.Ship FiresExplosionsForest FiresFires in the WorkplaceThis book shows how each fire influenced the way in which fires are fought today. This book shows the latest high-tech firefighting gear and vehicles. Shows the evolution of firefighting technology, equipment, and tactics.Features:Over 500 photographsKey moments like the Great Fire of London, in 1666Shows the physics behind back drafts and flashoversIllustrated history of fire equipmentFire TrucksFirefighter's gearContents:Early Firefighting, Conflagrations, Theater Fires, Hotel Fires, Ship Fires, Earthquake and Fire, Wildfires, Fire in the Workplace, Nightclub Fires, Tent and Amusement Park Fires, Fire as a Weapon, Great Explosions, School Fires, Fires in Public Places, Subterranean Fuel Fires, In the Line of Duty.Physics of Fire, Forensics, Safety Implementation, Clothing, Old Engines, Ladder Trucks, Rescue, Air & Sea, Outdoor Training Techniques, Indoor Training Techniques.Everything from leather fire buckets to the World Trade Center tragedy on September 11, 2001 we still can't believe happened.Part of the proceeds of this book will benefit the Widows' and Children's Fun, part of the Uniformed Firefighter's Association.~The Rebecca Review
This is an excellent book for children to learn more about firefighting--both about the history and modern techniques and equipment. It's detailed without being overly graphic. And as with all DK books, it's chockful of beautiful photographs that clearly show what words cannot describe.Of particular interest are the case studies of various famous fires (mostly in the U.S.) throughout history, their causes, the destruction wreaked, and effects on firefighting efforts. This is especially interesting in the context of the development of firefighting techniques as we get to see just how much has had to happen to get to where we are today--and in some cases, how much further we have to go.
Jack Gottschalk's Firefighting is a lavish coffee table title which provides a rich documentary of the history of firefighting, from early technological accomplishments which created fire-fighting equipment to modern times. Over 500 photos capture key moments in fire history around the world, while special insights on the science and physics of fires makes for an excellent survey of fire-fighting challenges.
I bought this book for my brother (a volunteer firefighter) for Christmas and when I received it I could not help but take a peek at it myself.The pictures and stories are amazing. I have not had a chance to read it completely, but I will take the time before giving the book away.This book would be a great gift for any fire fighter or anyone interested in the history of some of the greatest fires in the world.
I found the book Firefighter's at a garage sale several months ago and wanted to buy another book for a friend. I was unable to obtain another book through bookstore chains because the book was out of print. I contacted .com and was referred to Woody's Books. I ordered a new copy of Firefighter's at a very fair price and received the book in excellent condition. This was my first time ordering from .com and found the experience to be very satisfying and I'll definitely use .com again.Hal BurkeWestmont, IL 60559630-515-9060
My husband, a retired firefighter, is enjoying this book. He says it's well written, describes the life of a fireman ~ authentic as anything he has read.
My sons both are firefighters and love reading this book! It is very informational and good. One has read it and the other one is reading it now.
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