Awful Splendour: A Fire History of Canada

Fire is a defining element in Canadian land and life. With few exceptions, Canada's forests and prairies have evolved with fire; its peoples have exploited fire and sought to protect themselves from its excesses; and since Confederation, the country has devised institutions to connect fire and society. This book narrates the history of this saga.

• | By (Author): Stephen J. Pyne (Author)
• | Publisher: University of British Columbia Press
• | Publication Date: Jul 01, 2008
• | Country of Publication: Canada
• | Number of Pages: 584 pages
• | Language: NULL
• | Binding: Paperback / softback
• | ISBN-10: 077481392X
• | ISBN-13: 9780774813921