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Really a beautiful rendition of the historic times of Beatrix Potter. I think that Albert does a masterful job of showing us Beatrix, without trying to imitate her style. We see Beatrix Potter very much through the animals' viewpoints in the story, which is well plotted, well driven and just really interesting.
I'm really curious... how is it that the writer calls Mrs. Prince the first African American poet, when that honor has always been given to Phillis Wheatley? Learned that in my first American literature course, and if you google the phrase, lots of references come up to Phillis Wheatley, and none to Mrs. Prince. Phillis dates to Colonial times.
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A remarkable collection of the finest of Michigan writers. This collection has stories from many perspectives, unique writing styles and backgrounds. Highly recommended.
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A remarkable story of a man who, after suffering a debilitating heart attack, choses to seize life & go forward, despite his fears of what may happen next. I loved this story because of the true heartness of the man telling it, and his perspective on life & sailing.
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Just a simply wonderful book. The blend of illustration with story is remarkable, the writing is beautiful, and the book evokes strong emotions generated by the love, kindness, and the history behind the story. In many ways, the story is one of how small actions taken by just 'regular people' can benefit so many others, and lessen the horrific effects of war & its aftermath. The history contained in the story is well put together & well conveyed.
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The Tale of Hill Top Farm (Cottage Tales of Beatrix Potter Mysteries) by Susan Wittig Albert
Kimberly J., April 25, 2009
Really a beautiful rendition of the historic times of Beatrix Potter. I think that Albert does a masterful job of showing us Beatrix, without trying to imitate her style. We see Beatrix Potter very much through the animals' viewpoints in the story, which is well plotted, well driven and just really interesting.Mr. and Mrs. Prince: How an Extraordinary Eighteenth-Century Family Moved Out of Slavery and Into Legend by Gretchen Holbrook Gerzina
Kimberly J., May 30, 2008
I'm really curious... how is it that the writer calls Mrs. Prince the first African American poet, when that honor has always been given to Phillis Wheatley? Learned that in my first American literature course, and if you google the phrase, lots of references come up to Phillis Wheatley, and none to Mrs. Prince. Phillis dates to Colonial times.(1 of 1 readers found this comment helpful)
Detroit Noir (Akashic Noir) by E. J. Olson and John C. Hocking
Kimberly J., December 5, 2007
A remarkable collection of the finest of Michigan writers. This collection has stories from many perspectives, unique writing styles and backgrounds. Highly recommended.(3 of 4 readers found this comment helpful)
Sailing Grace: A True Story of Death, Life and the Sea by John Otterbacher
Kimberly J., December 5, 2007
A remarkable story of a man who, after suffering a debilitating heart attack, choses to seize life & go forward, despite his fears of what may happen next. I loved this story because of the true heartness of the man telling it, and his perspective on life & sailing.(1 of 2 readers found this comment helpful)
One Thousand Tracings: Healing the Wounds of World War II by Lita Judge
Kimberly J., December 5, 2007
Just a simply wonderful book. The blend of illustration with story is remarkable, the writing is beautiful, and the book evokes strong emotions generated by the love, kindness, and the history behind the story. In many ways, the story is one of how small actions taken by just 'regular people' can benefit so many others, and lessen the horrific effects of war & its aftermath. The history contained in the story is well put together & well conveyed.(2 of 3 readers found this comment helpful)
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