Fire and Rescue General Reading - Page 1
In this section, we have chosen the most popular books to be sold through the site in the past few years. The books vary in content but have proven to be popular reading for many visitors.
If you find that none of these titles are what you are looking for, please feel free to search through Amazon where they host a larger selection.
Red Watch - Gordon Honeycombe
Red Watch is the unforgettable and bestselling story of the London firemen who fought a fatal blaze at the Worsley Hotel, Maida Vale, London on December 13th 1974.
Dramatically described and faithfully recounted, the story is one of raw courage and determination and a compulsory read for fire service historians and enthusiasts alike.
Arson About
The story of how one man became an integral part of the firefighters of London's East End in the early 1960s, working in terrifying blazes aboard cargo ships, appalling road accidents and dealing with the human casualties.
UnderFire
This is a gritty tale of passion and professionalism - of humour and heartache involving 20 years at one of the world's most exciting Fire Stations.
Surrounded by Theatre Land, China Town and the fantastic mixing-pot of restaurants, dives and bars that is Soho. This is the real life story of a True London Fireman.
The Buncefield Explosion
This book offers a pictorial account of the Buncefield Oil Depot explosion, and the resulting damage of the area. At the time of this explosion, it was on the news 24 hours a day. The memories of this will last a lifetime.
I Love A Firefighter
We often hear the term 'fire family,' but until now, no one has ever stopped to examine in depth what that term really means. Dr. Kirschman offers a unique perspective on the inner workings of the fire service culture and how it affects our personal relationships. This book should be mandatory reading for everyone entering the profession.
Fire Engines from around the World
This encyclopedic A-Z of international firefighting equipment is the definitive guide to fire engines and fire-engine manufacturers worldwide. It includes more than 165 contemporary and defunct manufacturers, all of whom have produced innovative and specialist fire-fighting equipment that has contributed to the development, design and engineering of the contemporary fire engine.
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