Reader Recommendations: Biographies
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November 27, 2009 -- From Susan, a reader, from New York, New York, who is affiliated with the site.
This diary it the true story of the Irish immigration of 16 year old Susan McGuirk, traveling alone to the bustling whaling port of Sag Harbor, New York in 1845. We follow Susan's journey from plucky girl to matriarch of a large extended family throughout the Hamptons on the east end of Long Island. It is based on extensive research conducted by Susan's namesake and great, great granddaughter.
November 25, 2009 -- From Harlan, a reader from San Francisco, who is affiliated with the site.
For anyone interested in the years (1784-1789) that Jefferson and his daughter Martha (Patsy) spent in Paris, this site gives information on fashions, lifestyles, sightseeing, and architecture. It includes a lot about Jefferson's daughter who arrived in Paris at the age of twelve. This site is good for preteens, teens and adults.
November 6, 2009 -- From Mark Warner, a reader, from England, who is affiliated with the site.
Tales Of Curiosity houses a growing collection of videos
They are all under 6 minutes in length and are designed to be fast and fun but also educational.
Subjects covered are The Life Of Nelson, Apollo 11 and the Space Race, the Six Wives of Henry VIII, The Life of Edward Lear, for a bit of fun there is the History of Vampires .. and much more. New titles are being added regularly
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