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 various institutions to connect fire and society. The choices Canadians have made says a great deal about their national character. Awful Splendour narrates the history of this grand saga. It will interest geographers, historians, and members of the fire community.
- ISBN10 1282593579
- ISBN13 9781282593572
- Publish Date 1 January 2008 (first published 7 November 2007)
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 19 May 2015
- Publish Country US
- Imprint UBC Press
- Format eBook
- Pages 584
- Language English