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Book SynopsisThe amazing true story of the deadliest tornado in American history, as told by a survivor.
Trade ReviewWallace Akin, his mother, and their house were lifted by a tornado that was among the world's most violent. Since that day 77 years ago, when he landed safely with a jolt, that storm has lived within him. * Des Moines Register *
In The Forgotten Storm, Wallace Akin presents eyewitness accounts and a definitive analysis of the nearly one-mile-wide mega twister which ripped through no less than three Midwestern states. Akin's approach firmly reestablishes this disaster's solemn spirit as well as its identity as a standard-setting meteorological event. -- Richard G. Fernicola M.D., author of "Twelve Days of Terror"
Akin's brush with tragedy inspired a lifetime of writing and teaching about weather. His respect for the greatest of all Plains storms is a familiar feeling to all who have lived in this tornado alley. * Midwest Living *
Table of ContentsList of Maps and Figures Acknowledgments Introduction Chapter 1 - Without Warning Chapter 2 - Nature Sets the Stage Chapter 3 - Touchdown in Missouri Chapter 4 - The Crossover into Illinois Chapter 5 - Murphysboro Chapter 6 - De Soto Chapter 7 - West Frankfurt Chapter 8 - Parrish and Eastern Illinois Chapter 9 - Indiana Chapter 10 - The Aftermath Chapter 11 - Other Great Tornadoes Notes and References Further Reading Bibliography Index
