"A Full Description of the Great Tornado in Chester County, Pa." by Richard Darlington, Jr. is a compelling record of nature's power and community resilience. The book recounts the path of a destructive tornado that tore through Chester County, documenting its impact through eyewitness accounts and scientific observations. As the Principal of Ercildoun Seminary, Darlington explores the science and experiences of the storm, tracing its 22-mile path of destruction across farmlands, forests, and communities, to shine light on the destruction to farms and buildings. This examination captures the tornado's intense behavior, including its shape and sound. Woven throughout is the story of the people whose land and lives the tornado impacted, painting a portrait of people facing immense challenges and who also show strength in the aftermath.
A Full Description of the Great Tornado in Chester County, Pa.
By Richard Darlington
Witness a community's struggle against a furious twister as an educator documents its destructive path and the indomitable spirit of those in its wake.
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