Book Lovers' New England

By: Sheila Moeschen

New England is one of the most storied regions of America, home to a host of literary icons. Who were the people behind the pages? Book Lover's New England answers this question by bringing readers on a fascinating and lively tour of the places and locations that shaped the contributions of authors such as Louisa May Alcott, Mark Twain, Edith Wharton, Sylvia Plath, Robert Frost, and more. Structured as an interactive, fascinating compilation of day trips and opportunities to experience regional travel in a new way, the book offers rich literary history of America as centered in New England coupled with sumptuous photography. Book Lover's New England is a one-of-a-kind literary road trip designed to inspire book lovers, travelers, and anyone curious about the creators behind the creative art. Book Lover's will explore primary places associated with New England authors such as homes, estates, museums, and commemorative sites with a descriptive scoop on the surrounding towns and cities that shaped their lives and art. The book will feature interest-worthy locations such as notable bookstores or libraries holding important author papers or manuscripts and each sidebar will be dedicated to famous books set in New England sites and streets--a book lover's dream!