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On August 5, 1949, A Crew Of Fifteen Of The United States Forest Service'S Elite Airborne Firefighters, The Smokejumpers, Stepped Into The Sky Above A Remote Forest Fire In The Montana Wilderness. Two Hours After Their Jump, All But Three Of These Men Were Dead Or Mortally Burned. Haunted By These Deaths For Forty Years, Norman Maclean Puts Back Together The Scattered Pieces Of The Mann Gulch Tragedy.Young Men And Fire Won The National Book Critics Circle Award In 1992.'A Magnificent Drama Of Writing, A Tragedy That Pays Tribute To The Dead And Offers Rescue To The Living.... Maclean'S Search For The Truth, Which Becomes An Exploration Of His Own Mortality, Is More Compelling Even Than His Journey Into The Heart Of The Fire. His Description Of The Conflagration Terrifies, But It Is His Battle With Words, His Effort To Turn The Story Of The 13 Men Into Tragedy That Makes This Book A Classic.'From New York Times Book Review Editor'S Choice, Best Books Of 1992'A Treasure: Part Detective Story, Part Western, Part Tragedy, Part Elegy And Wholly Eloquent Ghost Story In Which The Dead And The Living Join Ranks Cheerfully, If Sometimes Eerily, In A Search For Truth And The Rest It Brings.'Joseph Coates, Chicago Tribune'An Astonishing Book. In Compelling Language, Both Homely And Elegant, Young Men And Fire Miraculously Combines A Fascinating Primer On Fires And Firefighting, A Powerful, Breathtakingly Real Reconstruction Of A Tragedy, And A Meditation On Writing, Grief And Human Character.... Maclean'S Last Book Will Stir Your Heart And Haunt Your Memory.'Timothy Foote, Usa Today'Beautiful.... A Dark American Idyll Of Which The Language Can Be Proud.'Robert M. Adams, The New York Review Of Books'Young Men And Fire Is Redolent Of Melville. Just As The Reader Of Moby Dick Comes To Comprehend The Monstrous Entirety Of The Great White Whale, So The Reader Of Young Men And Fire Goes Into The Heart Of The Great Red Fire And Comes Out Thoroughly Informed. Don'T Hesitate To Take The Plunge.'Dennis Drabelle, Washington Post Book World'Young Men And Fire Is A Somber And Poetic Retelling Of A Tragic Event. It Is The Pinnacle Of Smokejumping Literature And A Classic Work Of 20Thcentury Nonfiction.'John Holkeboer, The Wall Street Journal'Maclean Is Always With The Brave Young Dead. . . . They Could Not Have Found A Storyteller With A Better Claim To Represent Their Honor. . . . A Great Book.'James R. Kincaid, New York Times Book Review
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- Q: What is the page count of 'Young Men and Fire'? A: The book has three hundred one pages. It provides an in-depth exploration of a tragic firefighting event.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Young Men and Fire' have? A: The book is available in paperback binding. This makes it lightweight and easy to carry.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Young Men and Fire'? A: The author is Norman Maclean. He is known for his poignant storytelling and exploration of human character.
- Q: What age group is 'Young Men and Fire' suitable for? A: The book is suitable for adults and mature teens. Its themes of tragedy and mortality may not be appropriate for younger readers.
- Q: What genre does 'Young Men and Fire' belong to? A: The book is classified as nonfiction. It combines elements of history, tragedy, and human experience.
- Q: How is 'Young Men and Fire' structured? A: The book is structured as a narrative exploration of a tragic event. It combines factual recounting with personal reflection.
- Q: How do I care for my copy of 'Young Men and Fire'? A: To keep it in good condition, store it in a cool, dry place. Avoid exposing it to direct sunlight to prevent fading.
- Q: Can I read 'Young Men and Fire' outdoors? A: Yes, you can read it outdoors. Just ensure it is protected from moisture and direct sunlight to preserve its quality.
- Q: Is 'Young Men and Fire' available in other formats? A: Currently, it is available in paperback format. Check with the publisher for possible digital versions.
- Q: What should I do if my copy of 'Young Men and Fire' arrives damaged? A: If your copy arrives damaged, contact the retailer for a return or exchange. Most retailers have policies for such issues.
- Q: Does 'Young Men and Fire' contain graphic content? A: Yes, the book includes descriptions of tragic events and human suffering. It may be unsettling for some readers.
- Q: Is there a summary available for 'Young Men and Fire'? A: Yes, the book's summary discusses the Mann Gulch tragedy and its impact on the author. It explores themes of loss and memory.
- Q: What makes 'Young Men and Fire' a classic? A: The book is considered a classic due to its profound insights into human nature and the tragedy of the Mann Gulch fire.
- Q: Who published 'Young Men and Fire'? A: The book is published by the University of Chicago Press. This publisher is known for its scholarly and literary works.
- Q: Can 'Young Men and Fire' be used in educational settings? A: Yes, it is often used in educational settings. Its themes provide rich material for discussions on ethics, history, and literature.