Burnt

Name: Burnt
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781419763908
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A Memoir of Fighting Fire

By Clare Frank

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Burnt by Clare Frank is a compelling memoir that chronicles the author's journey from being the youngest woman hired as a California firefighter to becoming a Chief of Fire Protection. Through her experiences, the book offers an insightful exploration of gender dynamics, the challenges of navigating a demanding profession, and the triumphs and tribulations faced in the pursuit of a groundbreaking career.
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You might enjoy this memoir if you're intrigued by groundbreaking personal journeys, as it recounts the compelling life of Clare Frank, California's first female Chief of Fire Protection. Filled with resilience and perseverance, it offers an inspiring perspective on dedication and breaking barriers in a traditionally male-dominated field.

Burnt

California's female chief of fire protection looks back at her pioneering path in a male-dominated field, taking readers inside station houses, on daily calls, and along on wildfire campaigns.

A captivating memoir of trailblazing and firefighting from a pioneering woman in a male-dominated field

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When Clare Frank was 17 years old, she became a firefighter in Northern California. Clare was five foot two and officially too young to join the service—she left her birthdate blank on her paperwork, hoping no one would notice. And she didn’t look like her peers, who sported an Adam’s apple and a mustache.

But her brother was a firefighter and loved it, so she thought she’d try it out, too. Very soon, she knew she had found her calling.

Burnt by Clare Frank captures her journey through the challenges and triumphs of working in a physically demanding field, breaking stereotypes, and finding passion in what she does.

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Burnt by Clare Frank offers an engaging and inspiring memoir of her journey from teenage firefighter to the highest-ranking woman in Cal Fire. Reviews highlight her vivid storytelling and insightful reflections on leadership and resilience, noting the book's compelling narrative and authentic voice that bring the experiences of firefighting to life.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419763908

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 06 July 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Abrams Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 336

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Biography & Memoir Clare Frank Education & Reference Non-Fiction

About the Author

Clare Frank started firefighting in California at 17 and was promoted up the ranks, becoming the state’s first and only female chief of fire protection. Along the way, she earned a BS in fire administration, an MFA in creative writing, and a JD. She has lectured at colleges, universities, and state and national fire conferences, and lives near Lake Tahoe with her husband and always a dog or two. Burnt is her first book.