History in Literature
Gail Giordano
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Thoughts on litearture and life
My thoughts and feelings on various aspects of the world of words, literature and history.
"How does Literature Help with Historical Events Happen"
A look at a historical, literary document that offers some hope, as well as a historical account of things that have happened in the world.
Come with me on a journey through Russian history, told through the words of Phillips and Pella, in a seven book series, entitled the Russians. A story entertwined and based on Russian history during the reform years.
History through Words and Romance
A brief overview of another genre that uses the idea of incorporating history and reaching audiences in the hope that history will not repeat itself.
A look behind the scenes at A Red Badge of Courage
A look at the book A Red Badge of Courage by Stephen Crane, where it fits in the Civil War and what it is thought to betray.
How do you learn about history, I love to use books, Literature provides the best way to learn. Take a walk as I discuss my thoughts from beginning to read a fantastic book on the Civil War of the United States of America.
Killer Angels by Michael Shaara
A look at the Civil War book, Killer Angels and how its history combined with fiction.
A Conspiracy of Paper by David Liss
A look at the book A conspiracy of paper, and how this mystery novel has excellently taught a piece of history through fiction.
A look at the true rival between the Bank of England and South Seas Company, and how it all ties into the book A Conspiracy of Paper by David Liss
The World of Finance, Mystery, and History
A look at background information, on a new novel written about 18th Century London, a mysery, and the world of finance.