American Ground: Unbuilding the World Trade Center
American Ground: Unbuilding the World Trade Center
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Brief
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2003240
Book • Nonfiction
New York City • 2000s
2003
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In American Ground: Unbuilding the World Trade Center, William Langewiesche documents the recovery efforts at Ground Zero after the 9/11 attacks. He offers a detailed account of the diverse individuals involved in the cleanup, highlighting their resilience, struggles, and collaboration during the monumental task of dismantling the site for rebuilding and healing.
Informative
Gritty
Melancholic
Dark
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
William Langewiesche's American Ground: Unbuilding the World Trade Center offers a gripping and detailed account of Ground Zero's cleanup. Praised for its vivid prose and insightful reporting, the book provides an unflinching look at the chaotic recovery efforts. However, some critics find it overly detached and lacking emotional depth.
Who Should Read American Ground: Unbuilding the World Trade Center?
Readers interested in American Ground: Unbuilding the World Trade Center are likely drawn to in-depth narratives of complex events. Fans of The Looming Tower or 102 Minutes might appreciate its detailed journalism, focusing on resilience and reconstruction post-9/11.
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Book • Nonfiction
New York City • 2000s
2003
Adult
18+ years
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