Phoenix Hose, Hook & Ladder: A Novel of Phoenixville During World War I by June

Description: Phoenix Hose, Hook & Ladder by June J. McInerney "I cant do this, guys," Stanley Francis Martinez said as he and his buddies were about to register for the Selective Service. Stanley is at a nexus point when he makes the most fateful - or it is fatal? -- decision of his young life. Swept up in the chaos of the Great World War amidst the chaos caused by an unknown revengeful arsonist who sets major fires in and around Phoenixville proper, he helps Fire Chief David Mendowski, Constable Luke Tucke, and Detective Simon Hoolmes try to identify and catch the arsonist. In doing so, ur reluctant hero learns that fighting fires on the home front can be just as deadly, if not deadlier than fighting enemy fires "over there." Coupling salient and interesting aspects of the 332-year-old Boroughs rich, diverse history with that of Phoenixvilles own Phoenix Hose, Hook & Ladder Co., No. 1, chartered in 1874, June J. McInerney, with her own unique stylistically bold imaginative story-telling, has once again regaled us with yet another intriguing historical novel about her adopted hometown. Will Stanley and his four buddies, against all odds, fulfill their respective destinies? Will the mysterious arsonist be revealed and finally caught? And will the affected residents of Phoenixville rise up once again from the ashes of their current crises as the vibrant and stalwartly caring community for which it is now renowned? FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography June J. McInerney is an accomplished literary critic, free-lance editor, as well as a talented author. Her seminal debut novel, "Forty-Thirty," set in a small New York village in the 1960s, tells the story of a young woman coming-of-age as she learns the game of life by playing the game of tennis. June has also penned several collections of short stories, including "The Basset Chronicles" and "Cats of Nine Tales"; two volumes of poetry; and books and lyrics for three musicals that have been produced over the years by various theaters across the country. Originally from New York, she holds a dual Bachelor of Arts in mathematics and English Literature as well as an Associates Degree in Theology. She currently resides with her loving family in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, where, as a member of the Historical Society of the Phoenixville Area, she writes the occasional article or two for its Newsletter. "Phoenix Hose, Hook & Ladder" is the fourth in her Novels of Phoenixville... historical series of fiction, her eighth work of fiction, and her sixteenth published work. Details ISBN1979563985 Short Title Phoenix Hose, Hook and Ladder Pages 378 Language English Year 2017 ISBN-10 1979563985 ISBN-13 9781979563987 Format Paperback Publication Date 2017-11-22 Subtitle A Novel of Phoenixville During World War I Publisher Createspace Independent Publishing Platform Imprint Createspace Independent Publishing Platform Illustrations Illustrations, black and white Author June J. McInerney Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:127570696;

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