Any good factual books worth a read? (sales, buying)

[Elcarim]

Fiction or non-fiction will do, just as long as they include some basis in fact. I just came across The Best Maine Stories by Charles G. Waugh on Half.com. Has anyone read it, and is it worth buying? I've had Moving to Maine by Victoria Doudera - the 2000 version - for several years now. It's great!

Any others those of us wanting to learn as much as we can about life in Maine should read?

[msina]

It doesn't really have anything to do with Maine, But "The Dangerous Book for Boys" Is on my wish list. I have Grandsons that will spend time with us in Maine frequently and there are great projects in there for growing kids. If you're curious (I was) check it out at Amazon.com: The Dangerous Book for Boys: Books: Conn Iggulden,Hal Iggulden

[msina]

A found a historical book for kids about Maine. "Keep the Lights Burning Abbie" by Peter Roop,..
From School Library Journal
Grade 1-3 Based on a true story of an 1856 storm off the coast of Maine, Abbie's tale is one of endurance and bravery. When her father, the lighthouse keeper, sails off for supplies, he leaves Abbie in charge of lighting the oil lamps in the twin towers of their lighthouse and making sure that they don't go out. When a huge storm hits, preventing her father from returning for four weeks, Abbie keeps those lamps burning, getting up several times each night to climb the towers to check them, scraping ice from the windows so the lights can be seen at sea. In the course of the storm, she also rescues her chickens from a huge wave, thus saving the family's only source of food. The Roops allow the natural drama of Abbie's story to emerge in simple sentences that are sometimes cut up awkwardly, but for the most part they are clear and compelling. An author's note gives the interesting historical basis of the story, but the tale stands alone as an exciting account of a young girl's courage. The vivid watercolor paintings are highly effective in detailing Abbie's job as well as creating atmosphere. All in all, one of the best historical beginning-to-readsa refreshing cold blast of salty real life.
I like stories for kids that give them a sense of empowerment. I think it helps them to know that they are capable of extraordinary things when they really try.

[Elcarim]

Oh, that one sounds wonderful! Thanks!

[moughie]

Enjoy these 2 good booksites:

Islandport Press - Maine Books

https://secure.downeast.com/store/home.php?cat=700
( check out their sales link for up to 70% off)

[mainebrokerman]

Originally Posted by Elcarim

Fiction or non-fiction will do, just as long as they include some basis in fact. I just came across The Best Maine Stories by Charles G. Waugh on Half.com. Has anyone read it, and is it worth buying? I've had Moving to Maine by Victoria Doudera - the 2000 version - for several years now. It's great!

Any others those of us wanting to learn as much as we can about life in Maine should read?

charles waugh was my english and writing professor in college

think ill look for his book also!!

[Elcarim]

Originally Posted by mainebrokerman

charles waugh was my english and writing professor in college

think ill look for his book also!!

How cool!

[arzachena]

Did you find any good books to read?

[Elcarim]

I'm reading The Best Maine Stories right now. It's really good. Some very classic stories - a few dating back over 100 years old. Cool!

[arzachena]

I have not read that one. It sounds interesting.