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A review by mzokiegolfer
The Great Deluge: Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans, and the Mississippi Gulf Coast by Douglas Brinkley
5.0
This was a long book but worth the read. As I watched the destruction of New Orleans by Hurricane Katrina on TV, my heart went out to all who were affected by this tragedy. I can't imagine the despair and helpless feelings everyone must have had as a result. I also was dumbfounded by the length of time it took to get any help to these people by our government.
Mr. Brinkley described in great detail what took place the days before, during and following Katrina. At times, it was hard to read as he wrote about the hospitals, the ineptitude of FEMA, NOPD, and the criminal element that pervaded during the darkest days. He also wrote about the bravery of individuals who were determined to survive at all costs, the groups who came from out of state to help whomever they could, including rescue of animals.
I vaguely remember reading or listening to an online blogger on the internet while Katrina was taking place. I can't recall the details but it seemed they were in an office building or high-rise apartment and were describing the initial effects of the Hurricane and the need for food and personal hygiene items. This is a book I won't long forget and highly recommend if you enjoy non-fiction.
Mr. Brinkley described in great detail what took place the days before, during and following Katrina. At times, it was hard to read as he wrote about the hospitals, the ineptitude of FEMA, NOPD, and the criminal element that pervaded during the darkest days. He also wrote about the bravery of individuals who were determined to survive at all costs, the groups who came from out of state to help whomever they could, including rescue of animals.
I vaguely remember reading or listening to an online blogger on the internet while Katrina was taking place. I can't recall the details but it seemed they were in an office building or high-rise apartment and were describing the initial effects of the Hurricane and the need for food and personal hygiene items. This is a book I won't long forget and highly recommend if you enjoy non-fiction.