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On the Fireline

Living and Dying with Wildland Firefighters
Pages
368
Published
2007
Language
English

Synopsis

This book offers a deep dive into the dangerous world of forest firefighting, exploring the lives of those on the front lines. It examines the psychological aspects of risk-taking in hazardous occupations and the broader implications of wildfire prevention and control in the American West. The narrative combines personal biography with a broader look at the environmental and societal challenges posed by these destructive forces.

How it reads

Prose complexity 7/10
Content warnings (1)
Trauma

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