Review of "Garfield's Train" by Feather Schwartz Foster
In 1947, at the age of 23, Kate accompanies her grandmother, Louise Dunbar
Stanfield, on a train trip across the country to visit her dying friend, Mollie
Brown. As the train travels over the landscape, Louise tells Kate of her life
as a child on the Jersey Shore, in a city called Long Branch. It was here the
wealthiest families built elaborate homes and whiled away the days and
evenings at casinos and racetracks. As her grandmother's story continues, Kate learns
that Mollie Brown is actually the daughter of President James Garfield, who
served in office only three months before being shot and subsequently dying
three months later. During his last days, Garfield was brought back to Long
Branch, where it was hoped he would recuperate.
This is a lovely story about a continuing friendship between two young girls
and the events that transpired during an important time in our nation's
history. GARFIELD'S TRAIN is a compelling read, blooming with historical facts
evolving around history makers of the late nineteenth century. Of interest is the
political wrangling that went on before and after Garfield's nomination and
subsequent election, and the country's reaction to his failing health after he
was shot. An absolute must-read for history and political science lovers as well
as anyone who enjoys spending time with a fascinating book. Highly
recommended.
by Christy French,
2006
GARFIELD'S TRAIN
by Feather Schwartz Foster
PublishAmerica
www.publishamerica.com
ISBN 1-4137-6915-2
$19.95, 226 pages, Trade Paperback
Genre: Historical Fiction
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