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  • Back cover of the classic bestseller 'Report from Engine Co. 82' by Dennis Smith. The cover features a full-length photograph of Smith in his firefighter turnout gear, standing against a dark urban backdrop. Bold white and red typography highlights the title and glowing reviews from the Chicago Sun-Times and Newsday, capturing the gritty realism of life in a South Bronx firehouse.
  • Side-angle view of 'Report from Engine Co. 82' by Dennis Smith resting on a neutral background. The screen captures the bold title and author name on the red spine, reflecting the Pocket Books mass-market design of the early 1970s. The layout emphasizes the historical importance of this renowned firefighter account, showing visible weathered edges and the original publisher's logo.
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Dennis Smith | Biography & Memoir

Report From Engine CO. 82 by Dennis Smith

Report From Engine CO. 82 by Dennis Smith

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Frontline Firefighting, South Bronx Infernos, and Brotherhood in 1970s New York

During the tumultuous 1970s "War Years" in New York City, FDNY firefighter Dennis Smith served with Engine Company 82 in the South Bronx—one of the busiest, most dangerous firehouses in the world. Responding to dozens of arson fires, structural collapses, and false alarms daily, Smith presents an unvarnished account of urban firefighting.

Smith details the intense camaraderie among firefighters, the devastation of urban decay, and the selfless heroism required to protect a community under siege.

Why You’ll Love This Book

Dennis Smith writes with visceral action narrative, gritty realism, and deep professional pride. The classic million-copy bestselling firefighter memoir for first responders, NYC history lovers, and true adventure readers.

Edition & Specifications

Publisher: Pocket Books

Pages: 246

Format: Paperback

Publication Date: 1973

ISBN: 9780860070177

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