Monthly Archives: April 2012

Summary of History Book Club on April 23

Posted on April 27, 2012 by

After we read Jared Diamond’s “Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies,” there was a lively, wide-ranging discussion on the sweep of human history from 10,000 years ago to the present. The advent of agriculture, raising of livestock, … Continue reading →

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“A book is more than the sum of its materials. It is an artifact of the human mind and hand.” ― Geraldine Brooks, People of the Book

Posted on April 19, 2012 by

The dedication in Geraldine Brooks’ People of the Book reads, “For the librarians,” so it’s possible that yours truly was a bit biased before starting to read. Opinions were mixed on the latest BrownBaggers group read, but we enjoyed the … Continue reading →

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“but tho’ an old man, I am but a young gardener.” Thomas Jefferson

Posted on April 12, 2012 by

Cinder Stanton and Peter Hatch are retiring from Monticello this month.  Cinder, the Shannon Senior Historian, began working there in 1968.  After time away, she returned in 1979.  Peter Hatch, Director of Garden and Grounds, came to Monticello in 1977 … Continue reading →

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