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The Great Chicago Fire and the Myth of Mrs. O'Leary's Cow
The Great Chicago Fire and the Myth of Mrs O'Leary's Cow
Author: Richard F. Bales
The Great Chicago Fire of 1871 swallowed up more than three square miles in two days, leaving thousands homeless and 300 dead. Throughout history, the fire has been attributed to Mrs. O’Leary, an immigrant Irish milkmaid, and her cow. On one level, the tale of Mrs. O’Leary’s cow is merely the quintessential urban legend. But the s...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780786414246
ISBN-10: 0786414243
Publication Date: 10/9/2002
Pages: 350
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Publisher: McFarland Company
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
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