Blogs in January 1970

A Killing in the Hills 1st January 1970

Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains,West Virginia, visitors see only its stunning natural beauty. But for those living there it’s a different story. The mountain roads harbour secret places, perfect for making the prescription drugs that tempt...

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In the Garden of Stone 1st January 1970

The story begins in War, West Virginia and spans from 1924 to the 70?s. Sixteen year old Emma gets rescued by Caleb when her home is destroyed in an accident and the two eventually marry. Generational and observant, this...

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The Glass Castle 1st January 1970

This is a startling memoir of a successful journalist’s journey from the deserted and dusty mining towns of the American Southwest, to an antique filled apartment on Park Avenue. Jeanette Walls narrates her nomadic and adventurous childhood with her...

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