San Francisco in Ruins by J. D. Givens and A. M. Allison
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About this eBook
| Illustrator | Givens, J. D. (James David), 1863- |
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| Editor | Allison, A. M. |
| LoC No. | 06023690 |
| Title |
San Francisco in Ruins A Pictorial History of Eight Score Photo-Views of the Earthquake Effects, Flames' Havoc, Ruins Everywhere, Relief Camps |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Summary | "San Francisco in Ruins" by J. D. Givens and A. M. Allison is a pictorial historical account created in the early 20th century, specifically following the catastrophic earthquake that struck San Francisco in April 1906. This book serves as a visual documentation, featuring eighty score photographs that depict the devastating effects of the earthquake and the subsequent fires that ravaged the city, as well as the relief efforts initiated to assist those affected. The book meticulously chronicles the events surrounding the 1906 earthquake, showcasing the immediate chaos and destruction that ensued, with buildings collapsing and widespread fires breaking out in the tremor's aftermath. Through vivid descriptions paired with harrowing photographs, the narrative details the frantic responses of local authorities, military personnel, and citizens as they worked tirelessly to control the fires and provide assistance to the displaced population. The text emphasizes the monumental efforts of community members and public officials in organizing relief, and ultimately, the city's resolve to rebuild following profound loss, proving the enduring spirit of San Francisco amid tragedy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F850.5: United States local history: Pacific States |
| Subject | San Francisco Earthquake and Fire, Calif., 1906 -- Pictorial works |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37537 |
| Release Date | Sep 26, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 55 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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