The Third Alarm: A Story of the New York Fire Department by James L. Ford
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| Author | Ford, James L. (James Lauren), 1854-1928 |
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| Title | The Third Alarm: A Story of the New York Fire Department |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Third Alarm: A Story of the New York Fire Department" by James L. Ford is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around Bruce Decker, a young boy who aspires to follow in the footsteps of his father, a deceased fireman in the New York Fire Department. Through his experiences, the narrative explores the life of firemen, their camaraderie, and the dangers they face, while delving into Bruce's personal journey of discovery and belonging. The opening of the book introduces Bruce Decker as he arrives at the firehouse seeking to connect with the legacy of his father. Bruce, looking vulnerable and in need, catches the attention of Chief Trask. The chief and the firemen warmly welcome him, particularly intrigued when Bruce reveals he is Frank Decker's son. As the story unfolds, Bruce learns about the operations of the fire department, his father's heroic past, and his own ambitions to become a fireman. The initial chapters set the tone for a coming-of-age story interwoven with themes of bravery, duty, and the unique challenges faced by the firefighters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fire fighters -- New York (State) -- New York -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | New York (N.Y.). Fire Department -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57934 |
| Release Date | Sep 19, 2018 |
| Most Recently Updated | Apr 17, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 40 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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