Since it's hard, and certainly not recommended to do much traveling at this time, here's a nice arm chair journey: Hidden Places, by Sarah Baxter and illustrated by Amy Grimes. It is one of the Inspired Traveller's Guide books. These are (mostly) little known places. Many are hard to reach, but all have an interesting history and this is an enjoyable read ... especially since you won't have to hike, climb, row, ride a mule, etc. to get there! The illustrations add to the enjoyment.

I knew 52 Women of Whatcom was due out and so was keeping an eye out for it. It's from the League of Women Voters of Bellingham/Whatcom County, and does not disappoint (well, except for one incorrect spelling of a name ....). There are short biographies and a picture of 52 women, from pioneer days to present time, who encouraged the building of schools, museums, hospitals and more. They were advocates of voting for women, and for basic human rights. Read it, share it, it's an excellent read!

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