Historian to Talk About Slavery in Eastern Connecticut
Dr. Stark talks about his new book, "The Myth and Reality of Slavery in Connecticut," recently published by The Connecticut Press. - March 09, 2023
Historian Rewrites History of Slavery in Eastern Connecticut
Relying on primary resources, historian Bruce P. Stark dismantles the myth of a massive slave plantation in Connecticut that was popularized in the press 20 years ago. In its place, Stark reveals the significance that free Blacks, Whites, and Native Americans played as tenant farmers in the social and political development of colonial Connecticut. - December 05, 2022
The Connecticut Press Issues Ebook of New Haven Town Records from 1769 - 1819
The Connecticut Press announced that its highly acclaimed reference book New Haven Town Records 1769 - 1819 is now available as an ebook for first time. - July 22, 2022
Connecticut Press Publishes New Haven Town Records, 1769 - 1819
The Connecticut Press issues New Haven Town Records, 1769 - 1819 providing primary resource account of New Haven and its citizens from the American Revolution through the ratification of the 1818 Connecticut Constitution. The 470-page volume is already considered an important new published reference of New Haven's Early National history. The book is available in hardcover and paperback directly from The Connecticut Press or can be ordered through your favorite bookstore. - November 17, 2020
PTC Carousel History Wins National Book Award
Illustrated history of of the Philadelphia Toboggan Company Carousels Earns Beverly Hills Book Awards in History. - April 24, 2013
New Book Details Story of Philadelphia Toboggan Company Carousels Through Stunning Photography
Thoroughly researched and beautifully photographed, this encyclopedic history of a legendary company and its beautifully hand-carved carousels is already being called a classic. - May 24, 2012
Wallaby the Wannabe a Celebration in Diversity and Acceptance
The Connecticut Press is proud to announce the publication of an acclaimed children's title, Wallaby the Wannabe, by Milford, CT educator Bonnie Feuer. - February 08, 2012
Flying Horses Featured on WSFB's Better Connecticut Show
TV Personality Scot Haney hosts a video profile of Flying Horses: The Golden Age of American Carousel Art, 1870 - 1930 as well as the New England Carousel Museum. - February 26, 2011
New National History of American Carousels Issued
Lavishly illustrated and fully documented history of the Golden Age of American hand-carved carousels and their carvers, from 1870 - 1930. - December 13, 2010
Connecticut History Earns Kudos
Summary of recent reviews and awards earned by the new colonial history of the New Haven area entitled Visible Saints: West Haven, Connecticut, 1648 - 1798. The book is described as the story of colonial America in microcosm. - December 08, 2010