I picked up the historical-fiction novel, Into The Wilderness by Sara Donati, in hopes it would give me a sense of life in the wilds of upstate New York and lower Canada during its settlement by Europeans. The timing is 100 years off for research for my own novel set in 1655, but the book … Continue reading A Tale of Two Novels
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More History
Get your kicks on Route 66. Yesterday we stopped at one of the suggested stops along the famous route. We explored the Illinois Rock & Roll Museum in downtown Joliet, IL. Very interesting displays about legendary music makers from Illinois, including Cheap Trick, Muddy Waters, and REO Speedwagon. The tour guide seemed to know everything. … Continue reading More History
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Hooked on History
While writing my historical novel,, I have become enamored by all things historical, even when it's from different centuries. I love listening to re-enactors of all sorts and will drive a long way to see their portrayals of famous people and hear the stories….almost first-hand. Megan Wells has been bringing historical figures to life for … Continue reading Hooked on History
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History on the Trail
The Midewin National Tall Grass Prairie in Will County IL has thirty miles of trails and thousands of acres to explore. Yesterday, we started at the Iron Bridge trailhead to bike and explore a small portion of the rolling hills. We stumbled across a statue honoring the civilian workers who died while making munitions for … Continue reading History on the Trail
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Where Have All the Coopers Gone?
A few years ago I watched a barrelmaker at his craft. He was young and had big dreams. I love when people work to keep old traditions alive. I was very impressed with the cooper's old-world skill but wondered how one could make a living with it. Turns out they don't. On a whim a … Continue reading Where Have All the Coopers Gone?
Jeanne Meeks ~ Fiction Author 