Claire Watts, Jayne Parsons
Rescue
Hardcover
(Gardners Books March 31, 2001)
The newspapers are always full of daring rescues from around the world, from an ambulance team saving a car crash victim on a London street to a daring rescue attempt by international aid services after a flood in a distant country. But have you ever wanted more information about the challenges faced by the emergency services when they risk life and limb to save others? You can discover this amazing world of adventure and courage with this guide. This reference provides the inside track on the exciting world of the emergency rescue. Featuring dramatic full-colour photographs of real-life or death situations, it offers an insight into the dangerous work of the heroes who risk eveything to save others. From fictional superheroes such as Superman to the real-life bravery of firefighters, ambulance services, the police, armed response teams and lifeguards, the book looks at daring incidents from around the globe and features detailed photographs of equipment used by the emergency services, exploring their history and vital work.
- Series
- Eyewitness Guides
- ISBN
- 0751313645 / 9780751313642
- Pages
- 63
- Weight
- 20.0 oz.
- Dimensions
- 8.9 x 0.43 in.
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