In today’s episode we talk about Edward Rowe Snow, friend of the shop, local character, and author of more than 40 books on coastal New England. A natural storyteller, Snow wrote about shipwrecks, ghosts, and pirates in a lively, anecdotal tone that matched his gregarious personality. He signed his works with charming nautical sketches, joking that it was rarer to find an unsigned copy. In addition to his literary accomplishments, he served a long career as “The Flying Santa,” annually hiring a twin-engine plane from which he airdropped bundles of simple Christmas gifts—including Brattle Bookshop books—to isolated lighthouse keepers and their families. Join us for a seasonal #brattlecast on New England legends, and a legacy of giving that continues to this day.
Brattlecast #91 - Reach Out and Read
In this episode Ken talks about the Brattle’s early involvement with Reach Out and Read, a nationwide nonprofit dedicated to encouraging families to read together by incorporating books into pediatric care. It all started at Boston City Hospital in the 1980’s with a few volunteers and some donated children’s books. It’s been a joy to support their vital mission. Visit reachoutandread.org to learn more and to help out.
Speaking of young people, the Brattlecast warmly welcomes a brand-new friend of the pod—Ken’s grandson! Congratulations to everyone involved in the creation of this baby genius.