Skip to content

Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History Paperback - 2003

by William Lutz; Denise Gess

A novelist and historian team up to tell the story of the October 1871 fire in the lumber town of Peshtigo, Wisconsin, vividly re-creating the personal and political battles leading to this monumental natural disaster, and delivering it from the lost annals of American history. 16-page insert. 3 maps.


From the publisher

"Novelist Denise Gess and historian William Lutz brilliantly restore the event to its rightful place in the forefront of American historical imagination." --Chicago Sun-Times On October 8, 1871--the same night as the Great Chicago Fire--the lumber town of Peshtigo, Wisconsin, was struck with a five-mile-wide wall of flames, borne on tornado-force winds of one hundred miles per hour that tore across more than 2,400 square miles of land, obliterating the town in less than one hour and killing more than two thousand people. At the center of the blowout were politically driven newsmen Luther Noyes and Franklin Tilton, money-seeking lumber baron Isaac Stephenson, parish priest Father Peter Pernin, and meteorologist Increase Lapham. In Firestorm at Peshtigo, Denise Gess and William Lutz vividly re-create the personal and political battles leading to this monumental natural disaster, and deliver it from the lost annals of American history.

First line

The working day began before dawn in the gloom in the forest surrounding Peshtigo.

Details

  • Title Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History
  • Author William Lutz; Denise Gess
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition Reprint
  • Pages 304
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Holt McDougal, New York, New York, U.S.A.
  • Date 2003-06-01
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Bibliography, Illustrated, Index, Maps, Table of Contents
  • ISBN 9780805072938 / 0805072934
  • Weight 0.7 lbs (0.32 kg)
  • Dimensions 8.1 x 5.5 x 0.9 in (20.57 x 13.97 x 2.29 cm)
  • Themes
    • Chronological Period: 19th Century
    • Geographic Orientation: Wisconsin
  • Library of Congress subjects Peshtigo (Wis.) - History - 19th century, Forest fires - Wisconsin - Peshtigo -
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2002017279
  • Dewey Decimal Code 977.533

About the author

Denise Gess, author of two critically acclaimed novels, is the visiting assistant professor of fiction writing at the University of North Carolina, Wilmington. William Lutz is a professor of English at Rutgers University and the author of fifteen books, including the bestseller Doublespeak. They live in Philadelphia.

Back to Top

More Copies for Sale

Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History

by Gess, Denise

  • Used
Condition
UsedAcceptable
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780805072938 / 0805072934
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
£1.64
£2.42 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
UsedAcceptable. Item has stickers or notes attached to cover and/or pages that have not been removed to prevent further damage Corners are bent. Cover/Case has some rubbing and edgewear. Access codes, CD's, slipcovers and other accessories may not be included.
Item Price
£1.64
£2.42 shipping to USA
Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History

by Lutz, William, and Gess, Denise

  • Used
  • Paperback
Condition
Used - Good. Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History (SOFTCOVER CONDITION GOOD-PUBLISHED
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780805072938 / 0805072934
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Luxemburg, Wisconsin, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
£3.24
£4.41 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
New York: Holt McDougal, 2003. Trade paperback. Good. Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History (SOFTCOVER CONDITION GOOD-PUBLISHED BY HENRY HOLT AND CO-COPYRIGHT 2003-267 PAGES) by Denise Gess (Author), William Lutz (Author On October 8, 1871― the... Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 304 p. Contains: Illustrations. Wisconsin. Audience: General/trade. Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History (SOFTCOVER CONDITION GOOD-PUBLISHED BY HENRY HOLT AND CO-COPYRIGHT 2003-267 PAGES) by Denise Gess (Author), William Lutz (Author On October 8, 1871― the same night as the Great Chicago Fire― the lumber town of Peshtigo, Wisconsin, was struck with a five-mile-wide wall of flames, borne on tornado-force winds of one hundred miles per hour that tore across more than 2, 400 square miles of land, obliterating the town in less than one hour and killing more than two thousand people. At the center… Read More
Item Price
£3.24
£4.41 shipping to USA
Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History

by Denise Gess,William Lutz

  • Used
  • Paperback
Condition
Used - General
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780805072938 / 0805072934
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Holland, Michigan, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
£3.40
£3.20 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
Holt Paperbacks, June 2003. Trade Paperback . General. All books on our shelves are good condition - lightly read or worn - unless otherwise indicated. The Bluestocking Bookshop provides high-quality used and new books and gift items at deep discounts. Shipping media mail. Follow on Instagram for New Arrival stories and bookseller recommendations.
Item Price
£3.40
£3.20 shipping to USA
Firestorm at Peshtigo : A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History

Firestorm at Peshtigo : A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History

by Denise Gess; William Lutz

  • Used
  • good
  • Paperback
Condition
Used - Good
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780805072938 / 0805072934
Quantity Available
3
Seller
Seattle, Washington, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
£4.88
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
Holt & Company, Henry, 2003. Paperback. Good. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Item Price
£4.88
FREE shipping to USA
Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History

by Gess, Denise; Lutz, William

  • Used
  • good
  • Paperback
Condition
Used - Good
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780805072938 / 0805072934
Quantity Available
2
Seller
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
£5.78
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
Holt Paperbacks. Good. Good. Ship within 24hrs. Satisfaction 100% guaranteed. APO/FPO addresses supported
Item Price
£5.78
FREE shipping to USA
Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History

by Denise Gess,William Lutz

  • Used
  • good
Condition
Used - Good
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780805072938 / 0805072934
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Champaign, Illinois, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
£6.07
£3.63 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
Holt Paperbacks, June 2003. Trade . Good. Very Good Softcover. Light shelfwear to covers. Pages clean and tight in binding. Pictures available upon request. A locally owned, independent book shop since 1984.
Item Price
£6.07
£3.63 shipping to USA
Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History

by Denise Gess; William Lutz

  • Used
  • Paperback
Condition
Used: Good
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780805072938 / 0805072934
Quantity Available
1
Seller
HOUSTON, Texas, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
£6.29
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
Holt Paperbacks, 2003-06-01. Paperback. Used: Good.
Item Price
£6.29
FREE shipping to USA
FIRESTORM AT PESHTIGO
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

FIRESTORM AT PESHTIGO

by Gess, Denise & Lutz, William

  • Used
  • very good
  • Paperback
Condition
Used - Very Good
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780805072938 / 0805072934
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Calumet, Michigan, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
£7.98
£4.01 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
New York: Henry Holt, 2003. Soft cover. Very Good/No Dust Jacket. (20)267pp. Index. Biblio. Map. Photos. Size: 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" Tall
Item Price
£7.98
£4.01 shipping to USA
Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History

by Gess, Denise,Lutz, William

  • New
  • Paperback
Condition
New
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780805072938 / 0805072934
Quantity Available
1
Seller
bryantown, Maryland, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
£10.66
£2.43 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
Holt Paperbacks, 6/1/2003 12:00:01 AM. paperback. New. 0.8661 in x 8.1496 in x 5.7087 in.
Item Price
£10.66
£2.43 shipping to USA
Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

Firestorm at Peshtigo: A Town, Its People, and the Deadliest Fire in American History

by Denise Gess, William Lutz

  • Used
  • Paperback
Condition
Used:Good
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780805072938 / 0805072934
Quantity Available
1
Seller
HOUSTON, Texas, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
£12.62
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
Holt Paperbacks, 2003-06-01. Paperback. Used:Good.
Item Price
£12.62
FREE shipping to USA