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Authors of two new novels draw inspiration from history in wildly different ways

NPR's Book of the Day

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Tragedy on the Tracks: A Historical Examination

This chapter recounts a tragic train disaster from Granville to Paris, emphasizing the interplay of historical research and creative storytelling. It highlights the impact of railroads in the 1800s on society and commerce while exploring the necessity of balancing historical accuracy with imaginative narrative.

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