Harvard Yard

No moss grows on this fast moving tale.

The history of America mirrored in the history of Harvard University. William Martin does smooth transitions, chapter by chapter, between Then and Now. Through well portrayed characters and historic events we understand how early Puritan families become the Brahmins of Boston. The slow but inevitable evolution of religious thought and cultural expression through the centuries is revealed as generation gives way to generation. The interweaving mystery is the icing on the cake. At the end, all the t's are not crossed nor the i's all dotted, which is true to life. Makes me want to read more William Martin, more Shakespeare, more Harvard, more New England.

3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

Great Historical Content-Part II

This is the second book to follow Back Bay and is just as good as the first book. It picks up the characters years later and brings them back into another adventure. The historical aspect is still very good and the narrative between the past and present is very well written. I love the style of writing and the historical information given and how easily the writer transports the reader through time.

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A enjoye this book from cover to cover. I read Back Bay another book by same author and I loved it. I wanted to read more from Wm. Martin

A great read

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