Engine 313 and Hook and Ladder 164 chronicles a firehouse in the proudest fire department in America.

This book weaves together stories of heroic firefighters and fires and how the calls, fires and firemen are real.

The book explores the firemen's world, from firehouse life to heroism and tragedy. It shows the love of their work, their family-like camaraderie, amusing stories and shows them helping people in peril and saving lives.

This book is as moving as it is informative.