Isaac's Storm by Erik Larson
A Man, a Time, and the Deadliest Hurricane in History
"Isaac's Storm" is a gripping narrative that chronicles the devastating 1900 Galveston hurricane, the deadliest natural disaster in American history, through the eyes of Isaac Cline, a senior meteorologist for the U.S. Weather Bureau. The book delves into Cline's personal and professional life, exploring his initial underestimation of the storm's severity and the tragic consequences that followed. It combines meticulous research with vivid storytelling to capture the human drama and the meteorological turmoil of the event, highlighting the limitations of early 20th-century weather forecasting and the impact of human error and hubris on disaster response and preparedness.
The 14983rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1999
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 336
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.7)
- Alternate Titles
- - Isaac's Storm. A Man, A Time And The Deadliest Hurrican In History
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