Tales of My Ancestors
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.74 (800 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1519414544 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 228 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-07-30 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Novelist, journalist, satirist, Bruce Edward Golden's award-winning short stories have been published more than a hundred times across 15 countries and a score of anthologies. Rider Haggard, you'll have the barest conception of this stirring book, which centers around a mysterious artifact and the people in its thrall." You can read more about Golden's stories at: goldentalesipod . Asimov's Science Fiction described his second novel, "If Mickey Spill
You'll be there to witness the Salem Witch Trials, the Civil War, the signing of the Magna Carta, and the first steps onto colonial American soil. Tales of My Ancestors is like watching the History Channel broadcast via "The Twilight Zone." It will take you on a journey through time with historical figures like Bat Masterson, Queen Elizabeth, General Dwight D. You'll run into William the Conqueror and a pale horse of death, learn how Shakespeare might have been inspired to create the character of Puck, and consider one theory on why, after decades of gunfights, Wyatt Earp was never so much as nicked by a bullet. Tales of My Ancestors features 18 stories rich with historical detail, but each with a speculative element that in no way contradicts recorded history. Eisenhower, Cochise, Saint Margaret of Scotland, and players from the last Chicago Cubs team to win a World Series. You'll learn what might have been behind the mysterious disappearance of famous bandleader Glenn Miller during World War II, find out if there really is gold in the Superstition Mountains of Arizona or something else even more fantastic, and you'll even be introduced to a sexy but humorous take on the Robin Hood legend. Or, to put it another way what if it was never recorded that one of t
A must read. Goldsmoke Intriguing stories that feel like Robert H. Heinlein has been reincarnated. A little bit of history combined with Scify. Leaves you questioning weather these are tales or truth.. Avid reader said A must-read trip through time!. This book represents a totally unique concept for a collection of stories--I've never read another book quite like it. Bruce Edward Golden has thoroughly researched his family tree, spanning a mix of eras ranging from 911 to 196"A must-read trip through time!" according to Avid reader. This book represents a totally unique concept for a collection of stories--I've never read another book quite like it. Bruce Edward Golden has thoroughly researched his family tree, spanning a mix of eras ranging from 911 to 1962. Actual historical events featuring his ancestors are skillfully blended with elements of fantasy and satire. Some of the tales are dark, some funny, some sexy, some inspirational--all woven into a rich tapestry that entertains while presenting interesting pieces of history. I'm very impre. . Actual historical events featuring his ancestors are skillfully blended with elements of fantasy and satire. Some of the tales are dark, some funny, some sexy, some inspirational--all woven into a rich tapestry that entertains while presenting interesting pieces of history. I'm very impre. History with a Twist Rabid Reader This is an outstanding book. The various stories are all well-written and engaging. Bruce Golden draws you into the various time periods in which the stories are set with well-researched language and terminology appropriate for each setting. There is humor, intrigue, and history throughout. By employing fantastic speculation, you move through the times of actual people and events in a most memorable way. And learn a great deal in the process as history is viewed through the lives and experiences of Golden's ancesto
But at least youcan always expect something unique from his keyboard. Known for his distinctive concepts in both shortstories and novels, Bruce Golden has done it again.As much as withthe crisp writing and true dialogue, I was impressed with the depth and thoroughnessof the research Golden must have had to conduct to put this all together. I highly recommend Tales of My Ancestors to anyonewho loves adventure, history, humor, fantasy, or science fiction.SFRevu Golden's dry sense of humor and penchantfor satire are at their best when he good-nat