Curse Of The Narrows by Laura Mac Donald

The Halifax Explosion of 1917

Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Halifax, this gripping narrative delves into the catastrophic explosion that rocked the city in 1917. The book meticulously chronicles the events leading up to the disaster, when a French cargo ship laden with explosives collided with a Norwegian vessel in the harbor, resulting in one of the largest non-nuclear explosions in history. Through vivid storytelling, it captures the chaos, heroism, and resilience of the people affected, while exploring the broader implications of the tragedy on the community and the world at large.

The 9601st greatest book of all time


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Published
2005
Nationality
Canadian
Length
Moderate
Pages
400-450
Original Language
English
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