Tragedies of American History

	Author(s): Collins, Ace Publisher: Plume Books Format: Paperback List Price:  $14.00
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Overview:
In this gripping collection of extraordinary moments from our nation's past, Ace Collins tells the real-life tales of men, women, and children trapped in situations beyond their control. Culled from documents, interviews with key participants, and news stories of the day, Tragedies of American History chronicles the human drama of individuals facing life at its most extreme. Offering keen insight into the way human beings experience and cope with disaster - from the Galveston Hurricane of 1900 to the Coconut Grove Fire of '42, from the Great Nashville Train Wreck of 1918 to 1953's Waco Tornado - Tragedies of American History contains the true tales of catastrophe and courage that have left their mark on the history of our nation and demonstrate America's strength in the face of overwhelming circumstances.

Category: United States