Cambridge is depicted as a charming city that blends historical significance with a small-town feel. It is notable for being the site where George Washington assumed command of the troops and is home to the oldest Ivy League university in America. This unique combination of rich history and academic prestige contributes to its distinctive character.
Set in Down East Maine, this book delves into the untold history of Rockland and St. George, regions traditionally known for mining and fishing. It explores the rich cultural heritage and the breathtaking scenery that these areas offer, highlighting the significance of their artistic contributions and historical narratives. Through this lens, the story uncovers the lesser-known aspects of a region often overshadowed by its natural beauty.
The narrative explores the transition from democratic ideals to feudalism through the lens of the Owens, a powerful family that shaped the history of Campobello Island. It delves into their unique governance and the societal dynamics that ultimately led to their decline, highlighting the contrast between evolving political institutions in Europe and America and the entrenched aristocracy in North America. This original study provides insight into the complexities of power and legacy in a changing world.
"A deftly composed and highly enjoyable crime story." --Kirkus Reviews Substantial Justice chronicles the 1985 misadventures of Spider Lacey, a laconic Citroen mechanic, and Siobhan Mollenkopf, a lawyer who has reappeared in Spider's life after a ten-year hiatus. Things start well, then devolve when Spider's best friend, a marijuana grower and controversial talk-show host, is murdered. Spider and Siobhan spiral into a world of white supremacists, political activists, lumber tycoons, motorcycle gangs, early online geeks, tree-spikers and law enforcement. The terrain is San Francisco, Mendocino County, New York City, and Arizona. A cross between Carl Hiaasen and E. L. Doctorow, Substantial Justice is a comic thriller and a surprising love story that delights in the vicissitudes of the era.