Wildfire season is burning longer and hotter, affecting more and more people, especially in the west. Land on Fire explores the fascinating science behind this phenomenon and the ongoing research to find a solution. This gripping narrative details how years of fire suppression and chronic drought have combined to make the situation so dire. Award-winning nature writer Gary Ferguson brings to life the extraordinary efforts of those responsible for fighting wildfires, and deftly explains how nature reacts in the aftermath of flames. Dramatic photographs reveal the terror and beauty of fire, as well as the staggering effect it has on the landscape.
My Review:
“The why behind wildfire The wildfires of 2015 were the most
devastating on record; more than 9 million acres burned across North America
and the United States spent more than 2 billion dollars fighting and
suppressing the fires. 2016 is expected to be even worse: by May, more than 1.6
million acres had already burned. Wildfire season is burning longer and hotter,
affecting more and more people, especially in the west.”
More academic than entertaining, this is a valuable asset
for firefighters as well as those interested in wildland fire. If you live in the woods or anywhere near them, I
highly recommend you read this. Not necessarily to understand fires, but to see
what exactly is involved. Living out in
the country myself, Ii’m grateful that I chose to read this book. Very
informative. Easy to understand. If you know nothing about the science of
fires, you will learn a great deal after reading this book. This is a book for
anyone that wants to obtain a deeper understanding of fires. It explores the
science behind fires and the research being done to find a solution. You'll
learn about the heroic efforts of those responsible for fighting fire, how
years of fire suppression and chronic drought have combined to make the
situation more dire, and how nature reacts in the aftermath of flames. Color
photographs throughout reveal the beauty and terror of fire and the stunning
effect it has on the landscape. Land on Fire is for anyone seeking a deeper
understanding of our time of fire. It is obvious to me that a great deal of research
and work went into this book!
Disclaimer: Thanks NetGalley for the opportunity to read and
review it!
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