Wondering what to give the history lover in your life? Give the gifts of books!
Revolutionary War Sites in New England–NEW!
Be part of the Revolution 250 celebration and experience history like never before! 2025 is a great year to go on a Revolutionary adventure in New England, It’s the semiquincentennial (250th) of the start of the war for independence. Let this comprehensive guidebook be your roadmap to New England’s Revolution 250 celebration. Click here to order your copy today!
How the Irish Came to New England–NEW!
If you’re ready to be surprised by little-known stories of Irish immigration to New England, then this is the book for you. Not only will you gain a deeper understanding of this key part of American history, but you’ll also be inspired by the courage and determination of the Irish people who overcame discrimination, abuse, poverty and disease. Click here to order your copy today!
New England Weather–NEW!
A History of the Irish, As Told By Their Food
What can butter and ham tell us about Irish history? In this book, they can tell you a lot. So can the Salmon of Knowledge, the priest’s drop of whiskey and the pig—“the little gentleman who pays the rent.” This book about Irish food unlocks the secrets of the Emerald Isle, its history and its culture. View the history of the Irish people in Ireland and in America with this captivating book. Filled with recipes, stories and illustrations, readers will gain a deeper understanding of Irish heritage and culture. Click here to order your copy today!
Italian Christmas Cookies
This book is your ticket to a sweet journey through the history, culture and cuisine of Italy and the Italian diaspora in America. With this book, you will learn how to make delectable Italian Christmas cookies, right in your own kitchen! This book includes – step-by-step instructions on how to make 24 kinds of Italian Christmas cookies, with illustrations of the finished product. Each recipe includes a short history of each cookie, from their origins in Italy’s provinces to their arrival in the Italian neighborhoods of New England. Click here to order your copy today.
Love Stories From History
Each of these tales artfully weaves together biography, history and narrative for a fascinating glimpse into the love lives of legendary Americans.They will take you to important times and places over 350 years of American history. Click here to order your copy today!
Eat Like a President
Historic Thanksgiving Foods
Unlock the secrets behind traditional Thanksgiving foods with this captivating collection of historic recipes. You’ll learn about the people who cooked the meal in the past and how they cooked it. Full of classic recipes, forgotten must-haves and some offbeat adaptations, this book discloses the fascinating origins of different Thanksgiving favorites. Click here to order your copy today.
29 Historic New England Apple Recipes
Are you looking for a book to help you explore the history and culture of New England apples? This book is your guide to the past and present of New England’s favorite fruit. Discover the rich history and unique recipes of apples, from cider to pie and learn how to make the same traditional recipes that early colonists used to make. Click here to order your copy today.
New England’s Hidden Past
New England is so compact that even casual visitors can sample its diverse history in just a short time. But travelers and residents alike can also pass right by historic buildings, landscapes, and iconic objects without noticing them. New England’s Hidden Past presents the region’s history in an engaging new way: through 58 lists of historic places and things usually hidden in plain sight in all six New England states. Click here to order your copy today!
Bar Harbor Babylon
Murderers, thieves, cheaters and scammers have all made their mark on the tiny towns of Mount Desert. This book will take the reader on a tour of the misadventures and misfortunes that punctuate the island’s wealthy and privileged past. Click here to order your copy today!
Coming soon…
And stay tuned for another book soon to be published–“How the French Came to New England.”
