When forests burn : the story of wildfires in America
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Marrin, Albert,
Published
New York : Alfred A. Knopf, [2023].
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Overton High - Teen Non-Fiction
634.9 Mar
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LC Subjects
Fire prevention.
Forest fires -- United States -- History.
Forest fires -- United States -- Prevention and control -- History.
Other Subjects
Forest fires -- History.
Forest fires -- Prevention and control -- History.

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Published
New York : Alfred A. Knopf, [2023].
Format
Book
Physical Desc
240 pages : illustrations, maps ; 22 x 25 cm
Language
English

Notes

Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 195-225) and index.
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Booklist Starred Reviews,,1/1/2024
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Kirkus Reviews Starred,,1/1/2024
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Publishers Weekly,,1/15/2024
Description
Explores the history of wildfires and fire prevention in the United States, and explains how and why wildfires happen, and discusses fire management techniques. Examines the rise of the conservationist movement in relation to forest fires, and profiles some of the most famous wildfires in history. Includes black-and-white photographs, maps, and additional resources.
Target Audience
8-12.

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Marrin, A. (2023). When forests burn: the story of wildfires in America (First edition.). Alfred A. Knopf.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Marrin, Albert. 2023. When Forests Burn: The Story of Wildfires in America. Alfred A. Knopf.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Marrin, Albert. When Forests Burn: The Story of Wildfires in America Alfred A. Knopf, 2023.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Marrin, Albert. When Forests Burn: The Story of Wildfires in America First edition., Alfred A. Knopf, 2023.

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