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Maps are never value-free images; … maps are a way of conceiving, articulating, and structuring the human world which is biased towards, promoted by, and exerts influence upon particular sets of social relations.–J.B. Harley

In this year’s A to Z challenge, prepare to learn some geography as we explore Small Countries. But remember that geography is never just about land.

April A to Z challenge

Q is for Qatar
The Panama Canal: 500 Lives per Mile
P is for Panama
O is for Oman
N is for North Macedonia
M is for Malta
L is for Liechtenstein
K is for Kiribati
J is for Jersey
I is for Iceland
H is for Honduras
G is for Georgia
F is for Fiji
E is for Eswatini
D is for Dominica
C is for Comoros
B is for Bhutan
A is for Andorra
You Are Here (Castro Valley)
Running a Small Country

BOOK IN PROCESS

I’m excited to announce I’m working on a new history book. The working title is American Holiday Traditions, from Spring Bunnies to the Winter King. Exploring the layers of our celebrations, e.g. how did the Virgin Mary feel about the Easter bunny? (pictured) Publication Summer 2027.