The Ghost of 1812

When the normally pleasant stroll to the grocery store reminds you of Napoleon's retreat from Moscow and you begin to think that in the spring your bones might be found in a parking lot, you know that winter has come to Minnesota.
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Merry Christmas to All, and remember, books (especially those listed below) make fine presents.

And Gladly Teach
Hodgepodge
Storm Approaching
Gold and Glory
Resolution
The Free Lands