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Stephen Pyne

has written over 30 books, mostly on the history and management of wildland and rural fire, including big-screen surveys for the U.S., Canada, Australia, Europe (including Russia), and the world generally, and is completing a multi-volume fire history of the U.S. and its regions since 1960. His exploration research includes books on Antarctica, the Grand Canyon, the Voyager mission, and a biography of Grove Karl Gilbert. He teaches courses on fire, history of exploration and science, and nonfiction writing.
http://www.stephenpyne.com/
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All Wildfires Are Not Alike. So Why Does the U.S. Fight Them All the Same Way?

A historian of wildfires explains the difference between urban and rural fire cultures, and what it means for protecting communities in fire-prone rural areas.
July 18, 2018
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Stephen Pyne and The Conversation
A historian of wildfires explains the difference between urban and rural fire cultures, and what it means for protecting communities in fire-prone rural areas.

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