After the Ruins, 1906 and 2006
Rephotographing the San Francisco Earthquake and Fire

Features an essay on the events surrounding and following the 1906 earthquake. This book also includes a lyrical essay that considers the meaning of ruins, resurrection, and the evolving geography and history of San Francisco.

"After the Ruins, 1906 and 2006" features a vivid essay by noted environmental historian Philip Fradkin on the events surrounding and following the 1906 earthquake, which he describes as 'the equivalent of an intensive, three-day bombing raid, complete with many tons of dynamite that acted as incendiary devices.' A lyrical essay by acclaimed writer Rebecca Solnit considers the meaning of ruins, resurrection, and the evolving geography and history of San Francisco.

Foreword, by Harry S. Parker III Acknowledgments Mark Klett, Rephotography, and the Story of Two San Franciscos An Interview with Karin Breuer Hell on Earth Philip L. Fradkin The Ruins of Memory Rebecca Solnit Photographs Maps of Photograph Locations List of Photographs and Credits