Picture 1 of 1
Gallery
Picture 1 of 1
The Collinwood Tragedy: The Story of the Worst School Fire in American History
US $25.75
Approximately£18.92
Condition:
New
A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. See the seller's listing for full details.
- Buy it nowThe Collinwood Tragedy: The Story of the Worst School Fire in American History
Oops! Looks like we're having trouble connecting to our server.
Refresh your browser window to try again.
Postage:
Free Standard Shipping.
Located in: Sparks, Nevada, United States
Delivery:
Estimated between Tue, 17 Jun and Tue, 24 Jun to 94104
Returns:
30 days return. Buyer pays for return postage. If you use an eBay delivery label, it will be deducted from your refund amount.
Payments:
Shop with confidence
Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing.
eBay item number:402834584154
Item specifics
- Condition
- Publication Date
- 2020-02-25
- ISBN
- 9781606353912
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Kent State University Press
ISBN-10
1606353918
ISBN-13
9781606353912
eBay Product ID (ePID)
20038401105
Product Key Features
Book Title
Collinwood Tragedy : the Story of the Worst School Fire in American History
Number of Pages
277 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2020
Topic
Americas (North, Central, South, West Indies), United States / State & Local / MidWest (IA, Il, in, Ks, Mi, MN, Mo, Nd, Ne, Oh, Sd, Wi)
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
History
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
10.1 Oz
Item Length
8.9 in
Item Width
5.9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2019-054930
Dewey Edition
23
TitleLeading
The
Reviews
"The Collinwood Tragedy is a meticulously researched, clearly rendered narrative of a horrific event that will appeal to not only historical researchers and history buffs, but to general readers as well. Mr. Badal is a gifted writer who focuses on the many moving events with clear-eyed, straightforward description, rather than resorting to a heavy-handed overemotional treatment." --Ron Rozelle, author of My Boys and Girls Are in There: The 1937 New London School Explosion
Dewey Decimal
977.132
Synopsis
A devastating loss of life and a community's response March 4, 1908, was an ordinary morning in Collinwood, Ohio, a village about ten miles outside of Cleveland. Children at Lakeview Elementary School were at work on their lessons when fifth-grader Emma Neibert noticed wisps of smoke, a discovery that led to a panicked stampede inside the school--the chaos of nine teachers trying to control and then save pupils in overcrowded classrooms. Outside, desperate parents and would-be rescuers fought to save as many children as possible, while Collinwood's inadequate volunteer fire department--joined by members of the Cleveland fire department--fought a losing battle with the rapidly spreading blaze. While some inside jumped from the building to safety, most were trapped. Ultimately, 172 children, two teachers, and one rescue worker were killed, and the Collinwood community was irrevocably changed. The fire's staggering death toll shocked the entire country and resulted in impassioned official inquiries about the fire's cause, the building's structure, and overall safety considerations. Regionally, and eventually nationwide, changes were implemented in school structures and construction materials. The Collinwood Tragedy: The Story of the Worst School Fire in American History describes not only the events of that fateful day but also their lingering effects. James Jessen Badal's extensive research reveals how the citizens of Collinwood were desperate to find someone to blame for the tragedy. Rumor and suspicion splintered the grieving community. And yet they also rose to the challenge of healing: officials reached out to immigrant families unsure of their rights; city charities, churches, and relief agencies responded immediately with medical help, comfort for the bereaved, and financial support; and fundraising efforts to assist families totaled more than $50,000--more than $1 million in today's terms.
LC Classification Number
F499.C657B33 2020
Item description from the seller
Seller business information
About this seller
AlibrisBooks
98.5% positive Feedback•1.9M items sold
Registered as a business seller
Seller Feedback (507,656)
- _***s (6)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseWhen I'd originally placed this order, I had accidentally put in the wrong shipping address. However, the seller was more than helpful, and the CD arrived!! The packaging was wide open when it arrived, but luckily nothing was damaged. Additionally, there was nothing protective on the CD, so that open package made me feel kind of nervous. Otherwise, absolutely great! The customer service was awesome, and the product was as described.
- r***w (229)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseItem was lost in delivery- but after some communication, seller was understanding and provided a refund. I ordered another and had it sent elsewhere. My main issue was that it felt as if I was getting automated responses at first!! Please have humans review human inquiries!! It was painstaking explaining the situation to an A.I. who only repeats unhelpful replies. Thanks again!! Otherwise. Great price! Great seller!
- e***r (331)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseAlthough I received the incorrect book with my order (that had a title close to what I had ordered), AlibrisBooks apologized, said they could not re-send the book, and refunded my money and told me to keep the book that I had received, and either donate it or give it away, so I gave it to someone. That was very kind on their part to do that, and I would highly recommend them. Mistakes happen I get that.
Product ratings and reviews
Most relevant reviews
- 07 Apr, 2021
Forgotten tragedy.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: greatbookprices2
More to explore:
- History School Workbooks Guides,
- History World History School Textbooks & Study Guides,
- History School Textbook and Study Guide,
- World History School Workbooks Guides,
- History Paperback School Textbooks & Study Guides,
- Collins History School Textbooks & Study Guides,
- Non-Fiction American History Fiction & Books,
- Non-Fiction American History Hardcover Books,
- History Non-Fiction True Stories Fiction & Books,
- History School Textbooks and Study Guides Revised Edition
Seller Feedback (507,656)
- _***s (6)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseWhen I'd originally placed this order, I had accidentally put in the wrong shipping address. However, the seller was more than helpful, and the CD arrived!! The packaging was wide open when it arrived, but luckily nothing was damaged. Additionally, there was nothing protective on the CD, so that open package made me feel kind of nervous. Otherwise, absolutely great! The customer service was awesome, and the product was as described.
- r***w (229)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseItem was lost in delivery- but after some communication, seller was understanding and provided a refund. I ordered another and had it sent elsewhere. My main issue was that it felt as if I was getting automated responses at first!! Please have humans review human inquiries!! It was painstaking explaining the situation to an A.I. who only repeats unhelpful replies. Thanks again!! Otherwise. Great price! Great seller!
- e***r (331)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseAlthough I received the incorrect book with my order (that had a title close to what I had ordered), AlibrisBooks apologized, said they could not re-send the book, and refunded my money and told me to keep the book that I had received, and either donate it or give it away, so I gave it to someone. That was very kind on their part to do that, and I would highly recommend them. Mistakes happen I get that.