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Fire : A Brief History
Over vast expanses of time, fire and humanity have interacted to expand the domain of each, transforming the earth and what it means to be human.In this concise yet wide-ranging book, Stephen J. Pyne—named by Science magazine as “the world’s leading authority on the history of fire”—explores the surprising dynamics of fire before humans, fire and human origins, aboriginal economies of hunting and foraging, agricultural and pastoral uses of fire, fire ceremonies, fire as an idea and a technology, and industrial fire. In this revised and expanded edition, Pyne looks to the future of fire as a constant, defining presence on Earth.A new chapter explores the importance of fire in the twenty-first century, with special attention to its role in the Anthropocene, or what he posits might equally be called the Pyrocene.
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Fire! Fire! The Theatre's on Fire : A History of British Theatre Fires
My involvement with the history of theatres suggested that the theme for this book should be the many theatres which have been affected in some way by the destructive force of fire. Their twice nightly entertainment of wide and varied music hall acts and even performing animals, provided a magical escape in the 1800s and 1900s from people's arduous working conditions, which were often coupled with their poor and overcrowded housing. However, there was a danger of fire at these theatres as they were heated and lit by gas, were mainly constructed of wood, and many had inadequate emergency escapes.In all, they were unsuitable for their purpose of entertaining hundreds of people. It was obvious from my research that many of them were either totally destroyed or badly damaged by fire, on more than one occasion, often leading to the tragic loss of many lives.Thank goodness this resulted in new legislation demanding minimum standards for theatre safety.
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Fire Island : A Queer History
"A beautiful, beguiling journey to the ultimate queer utopia" - Olivia Laing"Clued-up but insatiably thirsty, poignant, packed with literary intrigue, Fire Island is a beaming beach read" - Jeremy Atherton Lin---Fire Island: a slim strip of land off the coast of New York, and a place of hedonism, reinvention, liberation. Arriving on the island after a break-up back home in England, scholar and poet Jack Parlett was beguiled by what he found.Here were the halcyon scenes of Frank O'Hara's poetry; the bars where Patricia Highsmith got drunk; the infamous cruising sites; and the dazzling beaches where couples had fallen in and out of love, free for a sun-kissed moment to be themselves in the time before gay liberation. Tracing Fire Island's rich history, Parlett leads the reader through the early days of the island's life as a discreet home for same-sex love, to the wild parties of the post-Stonewall disco era, to the residents' confrontation with the AIDS epidemic, and into a present where a host of new challenges threaten the island's future. Lyrical and vivid, Fire Island is a hymn to an iconic destination, and to the men and women whose ardour and determination spread freedom across its shores.
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Of the Sun Fire
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Can a forest fire be caused solely by sun rays?
No, a forest fire cannot be caused solely by sun rays. While the sun's rays can contribute to the drying out of vegetation and create favorable conditions for a fire to start, a forest fire typically requires an ignition source such as lightning, human activity, or a spark from machinery. Once a fire has started, the sun's rays can certainly contribute to the spread and intensity of the fire, but they are not the sole cause of the fire.
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How can the sun burn in space if fire requires oxygen?
The sun does not burn in the same way that fire on Earth does. The sun's energy is produced through nuclear fusion, where hydrogen atoms are fused together to form helium, releasing a tremendous amount of energy in the process. This process does not require oxygen, as it is a result of the intense heat and pressure within the sun's core. Therefore, the sun does not rely on oxygen to sustain its energy production.
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How can the sun burn in space if fire needs oxygen?
The sun does not burn like a fire on Earth. Instead, it undergoes nuclear fusion, where hydrogen atoms combine to form helium, releasing a tremendous amount of energy in the process. This fusion reaction occurs due to the immense pressure and temperature at the sun's core, not because of the presence of oxygen. Therefore, the sun can "burn" in space without needing oxygen like a fire on Earth.
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Does fire live?
Fire is not a living organism, so it does not live in the same way that plants or animals do. Fire is a chemical reaction that occurs when a combustible material combines with oxygen and reaches a certain temperature. While fire is not alive, it does require fuel, oxygen, and heat to sustain itself.
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City of Sun and Fire
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Fire Dancers in Thailand's Tourism Industry : Art, Affect, and Labor
Fire Dancers in Thailand's Tourism Industry explores the evolution of fire dancing from informal community jam sessions into the iconic, tourist-oriented performances at beach parties and bars, through a close consideration of the role of affect in the lives of fire dancers in the ever-changing scene.Rather than pursuing the common notion that tourism industries are exploitative enterprises that oppress workers, Tiffany Rae Pollock centers the perspectives of fire artists themselves, who view the industry as simultaneously generative and destructive.Dancers reveal how they employ affect to navigate their lives, art, and labor in this context, showcasing how affect is not only a force that acts on people but also is used and shaped by social actors toward their own ends.Fire Dancers in Thailand's Tourism Industry highlights men as affective laborers, investigating how they manage the eroticization of their identities and the intersections of art and labor in tourist economies.Exploring moments of performance and everyday life, Pollock examines how fire artists reimagine their labor, lives, and communities in Thailand's tourism industry.
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The Great Fire of London : An Illustrated History of the Great Fire of 1666
In 1666, London's citizens woke to see the skyline above their city's cramped wooden houses ablaze.The Great Fire of London is a hauntingly beautiful visual re-telling of one of the most well-known disasters in the city's history.To commemorate the 350th anniversary of the fire, powerful and sumptuous drawings from the new east London illustrator, James Weston Lewis, bring the events of November 1666 to life in this stunning gift book. Lewis's drawings take readers on a journey, from the single smouldering coal that falls out of the baker's oven to the swirling clouds of ash that engulf the city and then in to the very heart of the fire itself.As the pages turn, you can witness London burning to the ground and then rebuilding again.Children will love examining the rich detail of each spread, from the detailed city map to the drawings of London before, during and after the fire took hold.This book takes the dramatic historical information surrounding the Great Fire of London and transforms it into a breathtaking story that will transfix readers of all ages.
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Can fire freeze?
No, fire cannot freeze. Fire is a chemical reaction that releases heat and light energy, and freezing is the process of turning a liquid into a solid by lowering its temperature. These are two opposite processes and cannot occur simultaneously. However, extreme cold temperatures can extinguish a fire by removing the heat necessary for the chemical reaction to continue.
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"Does fire live?"
Fire is not a living organism, so it does not meet the criteria for being considered alive. Fire is a chemical reaction that occurs when a fuel source combines with oxygen and reaches a certain temperature. While fire can grow, spread, and consume materials, it does not have the ability to reproduce, grow, or respond to stimuli like living organisms do.
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"Is fire alive?"
Fire is not considered alive because it does not have cells, it does not grow or reproduce, and it does not respond to stimuli. Fire is a chemical reaction that occurs when a fuel source combines with oxygen and reaches a certain temperature. While fire displays characteristics of life such as consuming fuel and producing waste (ash), it is not classified as a living organism.
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'Fire or burial?'
The choice between fire or burial is a personal one and often depends on cultural, religious, or personal beliefs. Some people choose cremation (fire) as it is seen as a quicker and more environmentally friendly option, while others prefer traditional burial as it aligns with their beliefs about the afterlife and the sanctity of the body. Ultimately, the decision between fire or burial should be based on what feels most respectful and meaningful to the individual and their loved ones.
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