About this Book: |
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A body hangs from a birch tree in Lester Park, Duluth, Minnesota, 1918. How is the passing of one seemingly inconsequential Finnish dockworker tied to the turbulent times; an era of labor unrest, racial prejudice, political change, and the fighting of a war not of America’s choosing? This wonderfully paced historical novel takes place across the hilly shoulders of Northern Minnesota, Western Ontario, and Upper Peninsula Michigan. A love story. A diary of the American labor movement. A tale of heroism set against the backdrop of the Great War, Suomalaiset is a page-turning journey back in time.
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Book Review: |
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Northland Reader
"(T)his is the finest portrayal of life in the Northland at the turn of the last century that I've ever read...What makes this book special is the research and the incredible wealth of background information."
Ripsaw
"As winter settles over the region, those souls wishing to avoid the cold and snow should brew a warm beverage and settle in front of the fire with Suomalaiset: People of the Marsh...This ambitious historical novel sweeps the reader into a world of romance, labor strife, and political change with action bridging from Northeastern Minnesota to Canada and across the Atlantic to France...Munger captivates the reader by combining a strong fictional story with historical details..."
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Order/Contact Info: |
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Order from the website, www.cloquetriverpress.com, or via phone at (218) 721-3213. Retailers receive a 40% discount for orders from the publisher or may order from Partners Book Distribution of Holt, MI.
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