The Great Conflagration. Chicago - Bog

A historical account of the great fire that devastated Chicago in 1871, this book explores not only the causes of the fire, but also the the city's resilience and rebirth after the disaster. With detailed research and engaging storytelling, Putnam and Sheahan convey how Chicago shaped its present in the aftermath of this catastrophe.
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