Genre: History

Delaware at Christmas by Dave Tabler | A Joyful Journey Through the First State’s Holiday Traditions

Delaware at Christmas by Dave Tabler | A Joyful Journey Through the First S..

Delaware at Christmas: The First State in a Merry State by Dave Tabler “From colonial holly wreaths to Christmas in July at the beach, Delaware at Christmas unwraps the state’s most delightful and surprising holiday traditions—each one a reflection of history, heritage, and heart.” 🎄 Welcome Welcome to my stop on the iRead Book Tour for Delaware at Christmas: The First State in a Merry State by Dave Tabler! I’m a huge fan of books that blend local history with […]

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Shocktober: The Biggest Upsets in World Series History by Jonathan Weeks ~ Spotlight @GoddessFish @LyonsPress $25 Gift Card Available

Shocktober: The Biggest Upsets in World Series History by Jonathan Weeks ~ ..

For the baseball enthusiast and history buff, Shocktober: The Biggest Upsets in World Series History by Jonathan Weeks is a thrilling page-turner that will delight with its collection of 22 unforgettable stories of underdog victories and shocking upsets that will leave you cheering for the underdogs and marveling at the drama of the Fall Classic. (StoryGraph)

Shocktober: The Biggest Upsets in World Series History by Jonathan Weeks ~ Spotlight @GoddessFish @LyonsPress $25 Gift Card Available

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Delaware from Railways to Freeways: First State, Second Phase by Dave Tabler (Delaware History Overview Book 2) | #BookReview #NonFiction #AmericanHistory @iReadBookTours @davetabler @davetabler_author

Delaware from Railways to Freeways: First State, Second Phase by Dave Tabl..

A combination of a coffee table book and a reference resource, this second volume in the Delaware History Overview series is perfect for enthusiasts of photography, regional tales, and adaptive teaching tools. Whether you're curious about the Civil War and Reconstruction era, the Gilded Age, or beyond, Tabler's fresh retrospective offers a delightful and enriching exploration of Delaware's historical depth. Overall, "Delaware from Railways to Freeways" is a must-read for history lovers of all ages.

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Book Review | Two Rivers: De Trouble I Be See by Bob Rogers | Win a Hardback Copy | Excerpt ~ Book Trailer ~ Guest Post from the Author | #HistoricalFiction #CivilWar #SouthernAntebellum @iReadBookTours @BobRogers13

Book Review | Two Rivers: De Trouble I Be See by Bob Rogers | Win a Hardbac..

Bob Rogers’ storytelling is reminiscent of Southern Gothic, and he skillfully weaves together history and fiction to create an immersive reading experience. This is not a light read; it’s an intense exploration of a dark chapter in American history. “Two Rivers” is a must-read for those who seek to understand the complex and painful past of African Americans during the antebellum era. If you think you know everything about this period, let Mr. Rogers open your eyes to the truth.

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Fabyan Place: Two WWII GIs Fight to Survive and Overcome Racial Strife as POWS by Peter Angus | Giveaway-3 copies, Review, & Author Interview

Fabyan Place: Two WWII GIs Fight to Survive and Overcome Racial Strife as P..

Fabyan Place: Two WWII GIs Fight to Survive and Overcome Racial Strife as POWS by Peter Angus | Giveaway, Review, & Author Interview A book blog tour from iRead Book Tours. Thank you to the author, publisher, & Lauren at iRead for providing me with the information for this tour. Book Details ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Purchase Links for Fabyan Place Amazon ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ My thoughts on Fabyan Place A thought-provoking book looking at WW2 and the many racisms of the time. Fabyan Place […]

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Landscape of a Marriage: Central Park Was Only the Beginning by Gail Ward Olmsted

Landscape of a Marriage: Central Park Was Only the Beginning by Gail Ward O..

Landscape of a Marriage: Central Park Was Only the Beginning by Gail Ward Olmsted
A marriage of convenience leads to a life of passion and purpose. A shared vision transforms the American landscape forever.
New York, 1858: Mary, a young widow with three children, agrees to marry her brother-in-law Frederick Law Olmsted, who is acting on his late brother’s deathbed plea to “not let Mary suffer.” But she craves more than a marriage of convenience and sets out to win her husband’s love. Beginning with Central Park in New York City, Mary joins Fred on his quest to create a 'beating green heart' in the center of every urban space.

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