My view [and I've had two novels of historical fiction published, one  
of which attracted the attention of the BBC] is that getting people,  
and esp. children, to read and learn something about history in this  
day and age is important, even if it might be only 90% accurate.  
Better they learn that 90%, than nothing at all. And who knows, it  
might open the door for a few young minds to investigate history  
more. I like the concepts for your books, that's a great idea, and  
would engage kids' imaginations, which is wonderful.

Nancy

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On Feb 11, 2007, at 10:14 PM, Douglas Deal wrote:

> Anne:
>
> I see your point... I had misunderstood the basic "format" of the  
> book. But there is still the question of verisimilitude. What is it  
> that you want readers of your book to discover or understand about  
> early Jamestown and the native inhabitants of the area? What sort  
> of historical accuracy is necessary? What sort is unimportant?
>
> Doug
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