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Can I read The Story of the Great Fire in St. John, N.B., June 20th, 1877 on EtoBox?
The Story of the Great Fire in St. John, N.B., June 20th, 1877 by George Stewart is a nonfiction available to read on EtoBox.
What is The Story of the Great Fire in St. John, N.B., June 20th, 1877 about?
This is a detailed description of the massive fire that for nine hours tore through the city destroying 1,612 buildings, killing 18 people, and leaving more than 13,000 people homeless. At the time, St. John was one of the largest and most prosperous cities in North America, with shipyards that were famous around the world. The author, George Stewart, lived through the fire. Indeed, he lost his home and his pharmacy business to the flames. His book about the fire and its aftermath was so popular that its sales allowed him to recoup all his losses.
Who reads The Story of the Great Fire in St. John, N.B., June 20th, 1877?
It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.
Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.
- Author
- George Stewart
- Published
- 1877
- Language
- EN
- Category
- nonfiction
- Subjects
- History, Canadian History, Humanities
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