Under a Flaming Sky: The Great Hinckley Firestorm of 1894
Under a Flaming Sky: The Great Hinckley Firestorm of 1894
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007
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BetaUnder a Flaming Sky: The Great Hinckley Firestorm of 1894
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007288
Book • Nonfiction
Hinckley, Minnesota • 1890s
2007
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Under a Flaming Sky: The Great Hinckley Firestorm of 1894 by Daniel James Brown chronicles the devastating fire in Hinckley, Minnesota, focusing on the human experience during the disaster. It highlights the resilience and courage of individuals as they confront the catastrophic event, weaving personal stories with historical analysis to depict the tragedy and its impact.
Dark
Unnerving
Informative
Mysterious
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Under a Flaming Sky: The Great Hinckley Firestorm of 1894 by Daniel James Brown is praised for its vivid storytelling and well-researched historical context. Readers appreciate the gripping detail and human focus. Criticisms include occasional narrative repetition and a desire for more comprehensive perspectives. Overall, it effectively portrays a devastating historical event.
Who Should Read Under a Flaming Sky: The Great Hinckley Firestorm of 1894?
A reader interested in American history, natural disasters, or human resilience would enjoy Under a Flaming Sky. Comparable to Erik Larson's Isaac's Storm, it appeals to those intrigued by detailed narratives of historical catastrophes and the human stories intertwined with them.
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288
Book • Nonfiction
Hinckley, Minnesota • 1890s
2007
Adult
18+ years
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