Fires And Fire-Fighters: A History Of Modern Fire-Fighting With A Review Of Its Development From Earliest Times (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163872116)

Fires and Fire-Fighters: A History of Modern Fire-Fighting with a Review of Its Development from Earliest Times is a comprehensive book written by John Kenlon. The book is a historical account of the development of fire-fighting techniques from ancient times to modern-day practices.The author begins by describing the earliest methods of fire-fighting, including the use of water and primitive tools. He then goes on to discuss the evolution of fire-fighting equipment, such as hand pumps, steam engines, and modern-day fire trucks.The book also covers the history of fire departments and the role of fire-fighters in society. Kenlon explores the various challenges that fire-fighters face, such as the dangers of fire, the need for proper training and equipment, and the importance of teamwork.Throughout the book, Kenlon provides numerous examples of famous fires and the heroic efforts of fire-fighters who risked their lives to save others. He also discusses the impact of technological advancements on fire-fighting, such as the development of smoke detectors and sprinkler systems.Overall, Fires and Fire-Fighters is a fascinating and informative book that provides a detailed history of fire-fighting and the brave men and women who dedicate their lives to protecting others from the dangers of fire.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.

Author: John Kenlon
ISBN-10: 1163872113
ISBN-13: 9781163872116
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 520
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.05lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.31d