Summary Of Chris Rose's Dead In Attic

Following the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina, Chris Rose through his book 1 Dead in Attic discusses the life in New Orleans, and the peoples attitude towards life. Unlike many unfortunate individuals, Rose was one of the lucky ones who's home and belongings were not destroyed, after the hurricane. Unfortunately, not all individuals and families in New Orleans had the same fortune . Many were left homeless, starving, and with the loss of their loved ones. Much of what occurred after Hurricane Katrina in the city of New Orleans as described by Rose is astonishing. When reading the stories of the people in the city, and the perspective they carried, one can realize how strong-minded the people of the city were, and how much they cared for their hometown. To begin, Rose mentions that the citizens affected by the hurricane were extremely positive despite the many losses and complications that came after the storm. Rose comments on how the city smelled terrible, and how the smell could not compare to any other. Regardless of the disastrous tragedy and loss of loved ones, the people oddly did not seem devastated or sad for the most part according to Rose. These feelings allowed for the people to …show more content…
Rose views the city as a place that is worth a lot not only does this place mean a lot to him, but to many. Rose does not refer to the people of New Orleans as victims, but rather as individuals who are full of riches. By this he refers to the good spirit the city carries. He often describes the people of the city as individuals who laugh, dance and talk too much. Rose speaks about this city as if it were a happy place all the time, were people are constantly full of joy, love, and excitement. Throughout the book he also brings up how everyone in New Orleans has a story to tell, and how people always have something to