Initially proposed by a group of African American educators at Kent State University in February of 1969, Black History Month was officially recognized by President Gerald Ford as a month of national observance in 1970 during the United States Bicentennial where he urged American citizens to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments ofContinue reading “Celebrating Black History Month and African American Literary Achievements.”
Monthly Archives: February 2018
Join Us For an Evening with Lee Pollock Discussing Winston Churchill’s Journalism and Reporting
Raptis Rare Books welcomes back acclaimed speaker and historian Lee Pollock of The International Churchill Society as he explores the fascinating story of “Winston Churchill, Reporting”. Winston Churchill ranks as one of the greatest statesman of modern times, renowned for his defense of Britain and the free world in their “darkest hour”. Politics wasContinue reading “Join Us For an Evening with Lee Pollock Discussing Winston Churchill’s Journalism and Reporting”
Celebrating President’s Day and Founding Father George Washington
Officially recognized as “Washington’s Birthday” by the Federal Government – President’s Day is an iconic American Holiday revolved around honoring the Commander in Chief of the United States of America. Traditionally celebrated on February 22, the actual date of Washington’s birthday, the holiday became popularly known as Presidents’ Day after it was moved to theContinue reading “Celebrating President’s Day and Founding Father George Washington”
The Monumental Legacy of President Abraham Lincoln
“I’m a success today because I had a friend who believed in me and I didn’t have the heart to let him down.” – Abraham Lincoln While President’s Day was originally begun to honor George Washington, another popular figurehead we honor on President’s Day is the renowned 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln.Continue reading “The Monumental Legacy of President Abraham Lincoln”
Join Us For a Discussion on American Presidents with Dr. Alvin Felzenberg
Raptis Rare Books welcomes back Dr. Alvin S. Felzenberg, a recognized expert on American politics, the American presidency, Congress, and political movements. Dr. Felzenberg served in two presidential administrations, was senior adviser to the Departments of State and Defense, and was principal spokesman for the 9-11 Commission. His writings have appeared in the Washington Post, the Weekly Standard,Continue reading “Join Us For a Discussion on American Presidents with Dr. Alvin Felzenberg”
Rare Books for a Romantic Valentine’s Day
[fusion_text]Rare books are a unique and meaningful gift all year long, regardless of the occasion, but as Valentine’s Day is approaching, we thought we would put together a few interesting titles that we have in stock that we think would make a nice gift for that very special Valentine. [/fusion_text][fusion_text] For your beloved one: aContinue reading “Rare Books for a Romantic Valentine’s Day”