Local history/biography of Calvin Coolidge, his homes and neighbors in Northampton, Massachusetts.
When Calvin Coolidge is mentioned, some stereotypes come to mind—quiet, if not silent; frugal, if not cheap; dignified, if not wooden. This book will describe the thirtieth president’s seven homes in Northampton, the people he roomed with, and neighbors he encountered. Did those who knew him in this intimate way confirm or deny the commonly held beliefs? In the end, Calvin Coolidge, a complex figure in American history, will be humanized—his character, values and personality brought more in focus.
Jack Kelly was a child performer, son of New York model, Nan Kelly, brother of actress, Nancy Kelly, brother-in-law of actor Edmond O'Brien and cinematographer Fred Jackman, Jr. On TV, from 1957 until 1962, he was James Garner's brother on the show,
Destiny's Daughter by Frances Altman highlights events in the life of Mary Edwards Walker, maverick suffragist, Civil War doctor and only woman Medal of Honor recipient.
The story of Ron Hull, paralyzed in a surgical accident back in the dreaded polio epidemic days, was able to overcome most of the stigma and stereotypes and "pass for normal" for 30 years. As Ron's paralysis increased gradually through the next 20
