I honestly didn’t expect to enjoy Delaware Behaving Badly this much. this is not the kind of book i usually read, but it really surprised me in a good way.
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I have loved reading Dave Tabler’s series of books about the state of Delaware. As a crime junkie, I was excited that he was releasing Delaware Behaving Badly / First State, True Crimes. I was not disappointed.
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Delaware Behaving Badly is a enlightening look at the crimes of a small state. I personally was gobsmacked by what has gone on. These crimes are true and really did happen.
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Accessible, atmospheric, and consistently compelling, this is a strong pick for readers who enjoy regional history blended with gripping true crime storytelling.
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What sets Delaware at Christmas apart is its commitment to telling a complete story. Tabler gives voice to the holiday experiences of Black Delawareans during the antebellum period, alongside the customs brought by Irish, Italian, Polish, and Hispanic communities who shaped the state’s evolving identity.
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One of the book’s greatest strengths is its inclusivity. Tabler thoughtfully highlights the Christmas experiences of Black Delawareans during the antebellum period while also honoring the traditions introduced by Irish, Italian, Polish, and Hispanic communities.
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There’s something timeless about how this book captures both the simplicity and richness of holiday traditions. Dave Tabler brings Delaware’s history to life through vivid descriptions, old photographs, and well-researched details that make you feel like you’re walking through centuries of Christmases past.
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I loved the images and the way this book is laid out. It contains well-researched and multicultural historical traditions from a variety of groups. These stories are a great way to take a trip into the past to live a moment in another time while getting into the Christmas spirit.
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I found this book to be extremely informative and interesting. I have never been to Delaware but I have learned so much about Delaware through Geography and also through Homeschooling my Boys.
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I loved reading this book. The pages give a museum-collection vibe that I love. If you enjoy history and photographs or images of historical places and faces, this is an engaging book.
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One of the best parts of the book is how Tabler mixes facts with real-life stories and pictures. Instead of just listing dates and events, he shows how things like banking, roads, and the internet shaped Delaware into what it is today.
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This book can be read very quickly as an overview of Delaware’s history, or the reader can spend much more time delving into the links (e-book) to more detailed descriptions of and about the background for each photo.
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The book’s exploration of Delaware’s complex stance during the Civil War, marked by split allegiances, adds a layer of depth to its historical account, providing a nuanced understanding of the state’s socio-political landscape during this era.
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What sets this book apart is its ability to appeal to a wide audience. While history enthusiasts will appreciate the in-depth commentary on 19th-century lore, Delaware from Railways to Freeways is also a treasure trove of information for curious minds of all ages.
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Readers will enjoy seeing history come to life on the book’s pages. Photographs with short captions make up most of the book–with additional text for many photos continued in the back of the book in order of appearance.
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I really enjoyed this book. It tells some of the history of Delaware and the US at that time. The book includes pictures of artifacts and illustrations from the time. The book was very interesting and I learned a lot in about 100 pages.
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This is a beautiful work that explores the many facets of early Delaware and includes gorgeous photos of various styles of homes and furnishings, as well as public buildings and spaces.
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‘Delaware Before the Railroad’ is a work that managed to be both scholarly and fun at the same time. You don’t have to have a particular interest in Delaware or even in history to enjoy this book.
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As a genealogy educator and presenter I wish that books like this existed for all of the states I do research in. Recently I taught a course in researching Mid-Atlantic ancestors. How I wish this book would have been available then.
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Beautifully photographed, with thoughtful captions and informative notes, Delaware Before the Rail Road is a book for all ages and all history backgrounds.
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