38 pages • 1 hour read
David McCulloughThe Johnstown Flood
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1968A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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David McCullough's The Johnstown Flood is widely praised for its meticulous research and compelling narrative, vividly reconstructing the tragic 1889 disaster. Critics appreciate McCullough’s ability to humanize historical figures and events, though some argue that the detailed descriptions can be overwhelming. Overall, it’s a gripping and well-documented account.
Who Should Read The Johnstown Flood?
A reader who enjoys The Johnstown Flood by David McCullough is typically interested in American history, disaster narratives, and meticulous storytelling. Fans of Erik Larson's The Devil in the White City and Laura Hillenbrand's Unbroken will appreciate the engaging blend of well-researched historical detail and compelling human drama.
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