Books like The Triangle factory fire by Victoria Sherrow

The book chronicles the catastrophic fire that engulfed the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory in 1911, a tragic event that derailed 146 garment workers. It examines the unsafe working conditions, the lack of adequate fire exits, and the urgent need for safety reforms. Following the disaster, the narrative highlights the reforms that emerged, including stricter fire safety regulations, better building codes, and heightened awareness of industrial hazards. The work offers a clear perspective on how this calamity reshaped worker protection and fire prevention in New York’s textile industry. Through careful documentation, it contextualizes the fire within the broader history of labor unrest and urban development in early 20th‑century New York City, underscoring the lasting impact on public policy and workplace safety practices.

First publish date: 1995