The Index

Jerry has finished the index for the book and returned it to the publisher. He's very excited to be done and is looking forward to the finished product.

He also wants to extend an enormous thank you to Ron Cleveland for graciously performing his talk on February 21st while Jerry was under the weather. Ron, your help was greatly appreciated - thank you again!

Index in Progress

The book is in it's final stages and Jerry is currently completing the index. The publishing date remains the same and Amazon is accepting pre-orders.

Also, Jerry has given his first interview about The Perfect Lion. We expect this to be only the first of many so please check the press page for new items.

Official Publishing Date!

We have an official publishing date from the University of Alabama Press - April 28th, 2011! This date is for the hardcover edition. The e-book should be available sooner, but we are still watching for the official e-date.

The Perfect Lion is already available for pre-order from Amazon.com under the official title - The Perfect Lion: The Life and Death of Confederate Artillerist John Pelham.

Happy Holidays

Jerry is taking some time off this holiday season to spend time with family and friends. He hopes that you are able to do the same and wishes you seasons greetings and a happy new year!

November's Speaking Engagements

In November, Jerry was pleased to present his "Lincoln's Cronies" talk to both the American Association of University Women in Northville, MI on the 9th and the Bay City Civil War Round Table on the 10th. He hopes they enjoyed it as much as he did!

Publishing Update

The completed, final version of the book is now with the publisher! It is still slated for publication in the spring of 2011, but we are all very excited that it is one step closer.

Additionally, Jerry has added to his activities by joining the planning committee for the Sesquicentennial (150) commemoration of the State of Michigan's participation in the American Civil War. As that progresses, more information will be provided.

Michigan Regimental Round Table Annual Fall Field Trip

Jerry just got back from his annual fall field trip with the Michigan Regimental Round table (http://www.farmlib.org/mrrt/fieldtrip2010.html). This year they chose to visit Richmond and Fredericksburg, VA. Jerry organizes these trips each year, and of course, had a wonderful time.