I wonder how many of you are familiar with this classic book about the survivors of a nuclear attack on the US. Written in the late fifties or early 60's by Pat Frank, it is not politically correct. Set in Florida, the references to minorities and the roles of women reflect the time in which it was written. But if you can get past that part it is an excellent illustration of what challenges a small community would face in the aftermath of such a disaster. A book almost 50 years old will not reflect the modern technologies we currently have (the description of the run on the local bank is almost funny) but the characters' quest for basic human needs of water, food, shelter, salt and for an organized and functioning civil government would not be much different now.

Just checked on Amazon.com and you can find copies pretty cheaply. Might be in your local libray but I doubt it. It's a good, quick read and more than a little sobering. Let me know what you think if you do find a copy.

BTW, this was once made into a TV movie, probably B&W and shown in the mid 1960's. If anyone ever comes across a copy I'd really like to hear about it.

Thanks, and don't foget the salt!

Andy