This gripping nonfiction book explores the tragic Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire of 1911, one of the deadliest industrial disasters in American history. Through vivid storytelling, it reveals the dangerous working conditions faced by immigrant garment workers, mostly young women, in early 1900s New York. The book follows the horrific events of the fire that killed 146 people and traces how this catastrophe sparked a nationwide movement for workers' rights and safety regulations. Albert Marrin connects this historical tragedy to modern labor issues, showing how the fight for fair treatment continues today.