Publications

Hemingway in Michigan - Dr. Constance Cappel

For anyone interested in Ernest Hemingway,the person, the myth,the reality,HEMINGWAY IN MICHIGAN gives a fascinating insight into the roots of his character and writing.The Nick Adams stories as well as The Torrents of Spring were written by Hemingway about northern Michigan and his life there.

ISBN 0-9623253-1-7

Price $19.95 +Shipping

Little Mossback Amelia - Francis M. Fox

This book is a happy childrens story, of the life and lot of the homsteaders of Charlevoix and Emmet counties, in the beginning years of white settlement. These homsteaders were called Mossbacks, because their first temporary homes were dugouts, built into a hillside. They covered the roof dirt with moss, to repel rain, hence Mossback.

ISBN 0-9623253-2-5

Price $7.95 + shipping

The Blue Meteor-The Tragic Story of the Passenger Pigeon - Reginald Sharkey

The tragic saga of passenger pigeons, once numbering in millions, and their annual migration to nesting areas in this region is recounted in this book.  Petoskey was the center of a frenzied hunt, one that helped feed the local population but doomed the birds to extinction.

Price $9.95+shipping

A Look Around Little Traverse Bay - Candace Eaton Fitzsimons

This recently expanded book takes a thematic approach in its exploration of the rich history of the Little Traverse Region.  Full of photographs, maps and images of artifacts it makes an ideal gift.

Price $39.95+shipping

To Place an Order

To place an order for any of these books please call 231-347-2620, or send an email to info@petoskeymuseum.org