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Explore the world with Janet. Come along as she journeys to all 50 states and visits countries around the world.
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Meet Native Hawaiians reviving a traditional weaving art. Go dogsledding in Montana. Find help when dealing with the challenges of aging, or with consumer fraud. Be introduced to fiction writers, entrepreneurs and community leaders. See life from a different point of view.
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Maine's Museums: Art, Oddities & Artifacts (Countryman Press), text and photography by Janet Mendelsohn, showcases the state's broad scope of art, history, maritime, children's and downright strange museums. The only guide of its kind.
What they say
A thoughtful listener
Maine's Museums: Art, Oddities & Artifacts... An excellent guide
A thoughtful listener
"Janet is a talented writer and careful researcher who takes the time to get to know her subjects. She writes with precision and passion and is always willing to tackle new assignments even if they deal with topics outside her comfort zone." --Jill Nilsen, Editor, WellesleyWeston Magazine
Well-informed writing
Maine's Museums: Art, Oddities & Artifacts... An excellent guide
A thoughtful listener
"Everyone has a story to tell. Because Janet is genuinely interested in what moves each person to pursue their passion, her subjects respond positively to her. That response is reflected in her stories, which are carefully researched and thorough, yet sensitive--a somewhat rare combination." --Gretchen Piston Ogden, Editor-at-Large, Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors
Maine's Museums: Art, Oddities & Artifacts... An excellent guide
Maine's Museums: Art, Oddities & Artifacts... An excellent guide
Maine's Museums: Art, Oddities & Artifacts... An excellent guide
"In her thorough, affectionate and engaging exploration of Maine's obscure and popular museums, Janet Mendelsohn provides an excellent guide to navigating Maine's wealth of history and art. The book eloquently reminds us of Maine's dedication to its art, culture and history, and the importance of looking back as we continue to move forward." --Maine Magazine