The Spirit of 1906 - Couverture souple

Brooks, George W.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1419183281 ISBN 13 : 9781419183287

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing Co, 2004

Synopsis

The Spirit of 1906 is a book written by George W. Brooks that delves into the history of one of the most significant events in American history - the San Francisco earthquake of 1906. The book provides a detailed account of the disaster and its aftermath, including the efforts of the city's residents to rebuild and recover from the devastation.Brooks offers a unique perspective on the event, drawing on his own experiences as a resident of San Francisco at the time of the earthquake. He also includes firsthand accounts from other survivors, as well as historical documents and photographs that help to bring the story to life.In addition to chronicling the earthquake itself, The Spirit of 1906 explores the larger social and political context in which the disaster occurred. Brooks examines the role of race, class, and gender in shaping the city's response to the earthquake, and offers insights into the ways in which these factors continue to influence American society today.Overall, The Spirit of 1906 is a compelling and thought-provoking book that offers a unique perspective on one of the most important events in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of San Francisco, the United States, or the human experience in times of crisis.With the photograph before me, I realized at once that the claim was not an honest one. I explained that the larger part of our policy had been ceded to other companies and that some of them demanded, earthquake affidavits with every claim; that while I regretted to put him to any inconvenience, it would be necessary for him to produce this testimony. He looked me squarely in the eye and said, ""I'll sign it and swear to it. Not a brick in the whole building was disturbed."" He attached his signature to the affidavit. I showed him the photograph and then stated that we should be compelled to penalize him to the extent of thirty-five cents on the dollar.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

On fames eternall beadroll worthie to be fyled. Spenser Foreword Whatever of effort has been given in the pleasant pastime of writing these rambling and sketchy pages of reminiscences is dedicated to those who in the hours of trial and tribulation felt with Sir Philip Sidney ,H onor is the idol of mans mind and determined to do that which honor demanded knowing that if they lost their honor they lost their all. Reading between these lines, is hoped there will be found some intimation some outline ,of the character of the men who composed the directors and stockholders of the California Insurance Company ,who acted well their part, who fought the good fight and held the faith whose stern sense of duty and heroic courage led them to lay upon the altar of their idealism the financial sacrifices which they made, theirs is the honor achieved.
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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing Co
• Date d'édition: 2004
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1419183281
• ISBN 13: 9781419183287
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 48
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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