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Caleb's Crossing - Behind the Story (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

Loved the book, but still hungry for more?If you're a fan of Caleb's Crossing by Geraldine Brooks and have a stomach that yearns for more, "e;Behind the Story"e; will be a most delightful surprise. Enjoy this basket full of treats made for readers like you! In this series, you will gain insight into the journey the books has traveled for an unforgettable experience of the book you'll love. You'll be on a VIP tour where we take you backstage by the hand to show you what is "e;Behind the Story"e;. SAMPLE EXCERPT:Brooks' fiction to date is themed around narrow slivers of history around which she weaves captivating narratives. Her prolific work as a journalist has given her the tools to write rigorously researched historical fiction that has earned her global recognition and thousands of fans worldwide. Brooks' life in Martha's Vineyard inspired her to delve deeper into the forays of its past, and its deep-rooted colonial history with the Wampanoag Native American tribes people. One particular question led her towards Caleb Cheeshahteaumauk: why had English settlers decided to inhabit the island, and put seven miles of water between them and the Massachusetts Bay Colony on the mainland?It was through her time spent with the Wampanoag Tribe of Aquinnah Cultural Center on the island that Brooks found "e;Caleb,"e; the first Native American to attend Harvard University. She assumed however, that Caleb's graduation took place during the 20th Century. How was it possible that a Native American was able to attend Harvard so many years ago? Brooks had found the 'sliver of history' that was to blossom into Caleb's tale of crossing from one culture to another... Join the BTS community: BTS Club: Free exclusive BTS interview and media content The Beta Reading Club: Designed for aspiring authors and beta readers to receive free pre-release manuscripts hosted by Behind the Story. Fan Authors: Opportunity for freelance writers and aspiring authors to share the riches of the books they love by authoring BTS book companions. BTS For Your Own Work: Collaborate with Behind the Story to obtain a BTS for your own work. Published Authors Only. All subscriptions and additional info available on our website. Disclaimer: This work is not meant to replace, but to complement the original work. It is a digestive work produced to stimulate the appetite and to encourage readers to appreciate the original work even more. Try a free sample today!

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Behind the Story
• Erscheinungstermin: 23. April 2014
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781497782594
• Artikelnr.: 41192747