Publisher's Synopsis
The Story Of The Great Fire In Boston, November 9 to 10, 1872 is a historical account of the devastating fire that swept through the city of Boston in 1872. Written by Charles Carleton Coffin, the book provides a detailed and vivid description of the events leading up to the fire, its spread, and the aftermath of the disaster.The book begins by setting the scene in Boston in the late 1800s, describing the city's architecture, infrastructure, and social and economic conditions. Coffin then takes the reader through the events of November 9, 1872, when a small fire broke out in a factory in the city's downtown area. Despite the efforts of the fire department, the fire quickly spread, fueled by strong winds and a lack of water.Coffin describes the chaos and panic that ensued as the fire spread through the city, destroying hundreds of buildings and leaving thousands homeless. He also chronicles the heroic efforts of firefighters, police officers, and ordinary citizens who worked tirelessly to contain the blaze and rescue those in danger.The book concludes with an assessment of the damage caused by the fire, both in terms of human lives and property. Coffin also examines the lessons learned from the disaster and the changes that were made to Boston's fire prevention and response systems in the aftermath.Overall, The Story Of The Great Fire In Boston, November 9 to 10, 1872 is a compelling and informative account of one of the most significant events in Boston's history. It offers a fascinating glimpse into life in the city during the late 1800s and provides valuable insights into the challenges of responding to a major disaster.The Story Of The Great Fire In Boston, November 9 to 10, 1872 By Carlton An Eyewitness.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.