Ruthless Tide by Al Roker
The Heroes and Villains of the Johnstown Flood, America's Astonishing Gilded Age Disaster
Set against the backdrop of the late 19th century, this gripping narrative delves into the catastrophic Johnstown Flood of 1889, a disaster that claimed over 2,000 lives in Pennsylvania. The story intricately weaves together the lives of the townspeople, the wealthy industrialists who owned the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club, and the engineers who warned of the dam's impending failure. Through vivid storytelling, it explores themes of human error, nature's fury, and the socio-economic divides that contributed to one of America's deadliest disasters, offering a poignant reflection on accountability and resilience in the face of tragedy.
- Published
- 2018
- Nationality
- American
- Length
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- Pages
- 300-350
- Original Language
- English
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