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Chief: The Life of Peter J. Ganci, a New York City Firefighter
40 pp.
| Scholastic/Orchard |
May, 2003 |
TradeISBN 0-439-44386-5$$16.95
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4-6
Peter J. Ganci, Jr., chief of New York's fire department, was last seen heading into the collapsed south tower of the World Trade Center. Chris Ganci's reminiscence of his father is an affectionate account of a man who died in the line of duty on September 11. The book's sincerity is moving, and the bold design and large photos provide appeal for reluctant readers. Glos.