San Francisco During the Eventful Days of April 1906 by James B. Stetson
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"San Francisco During the Eventful Days of April 1906" by James B. Stetson is a historical account composed in the immediate aftermath of the catastrophic events that struck San Francisco in April 1906. Written during the early 20th century, this book serves as both a personal memoir and a record of the earthquake and subsequent fire that devastated the city. It chronicles the harrowing experiences of the author as he navigates the
chaos and destruction in the days following the disaster, giving insight into the human struggle against nature’s fury. In this vivid narrative, Stetson recounts his compelling eyewitness experiences, beginning with the violent earthquake that wakes him early on April 18 and the immediate aftermath when he assesses the damage to his home and surrounding area. The narrative shifts to account for the ensuing fires and the widespread destruction that grips the city, detailing his personal efforts to rescue belongings, assist neighbors, and navigate through streets filled with chaos and debris. Throughout the account, he captures the fear, confusion, and resilience of the residents as they attempt to comprehend the scale of the disaster and survive amidst uncertainties, also illustrating the broader emotional landscape of a community grappling with both loss and hope for rebuilding. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Stetson, James B. (James Burgess), 1832-1909 |
|---|---|
| Title | San Francisco During the Eventful Days of April 1906 |
| Credits | Produced by David Schwan. HTML version by Al Haines. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F850.5: United States local history: Pacific States |
| Subject | San Francisco Earthquake and Fire, Calif., 1906 |
| Subject | San Francisco (Calif.) -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 4640 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-04640-2 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 518 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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