A delightfully rare Historical Novel. 85% a biography of a spy, musician, mother and her neice trapped behind German lines in World War I. This background led to a diplomatic post in World War II. Aged 92, Vera disclosed her past life one year before
Compelling historical fiction that traces the life of a young English immigrant woman who travels to America at the turn of the century to start a new life for herself. Encountering danger, romance, heartache and tragedy, she strives to fit into a
"The most important factor in outdoor survival is the will to live!"
Author is a Deep South guy that canoes often and is a history buff. His 17th century Florida outdoor survival story-SILVER'S ODYSSEY-reflects his love of nature and man facing the elements.
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Native of Albany, Ga
UGA graduate
Retired banker
Written for local magazine and newspaper
Major Influences:
Mother's love of books
Her first cousin a published author (genetics)
High School English teacher's influence
Love of expression via writing
Love of historical outdoor adventure books since childhood
Canoeing and attendant area history--canoed over 100 streams
Desire to learn of Florida history
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