Publisher's Synopsis
The Fire Brigade Or Fighting The Flames: A Tale is a novel written by Robert Michael Ballantyne and originally published in 1877. The story follows the adventures of a group of firefighters in London as they battle against raging fires and try to save lives and property. The main character is Frank Forester, a young man who joins the fire brigade and quickly rises through the ranks to become a respected member of the team. Along the way, he faces numerous challenges and dangers, including collapsing buildings, explosions, and treacherous weather conditions. The novel also explores the personal lives and relationships of the firefighters, as well as the social and political issues of the time, such as poverty, inequality, and corruption. Overall, The Fire Brigade Or Fighting The Flames is a thrilling and action-packed tale that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of firefighting in Victorian-era London.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
