More Stories from the Heart of Central New York - by Martin A Sweeney (Hardcover)

About the Book

Preserves and presents stories of a Central New York community's past as a tool for documenting a community's history

Book Synopsis

Presenting archival stories of a Central New York town, curated by a veteran historian, this collection documents the history, identity, and heritage of a unique community.

Retired educator and historian for the Town and Village of Homer, New York, Martin A. Sweeney compiles and presents a new companion work to The Heart of Central New York: Stories of Historic Homer, New York(Hamilton Books, 2022).An individual work on its own of stories from a Central New York community's past as a tool for documenting a community's history and providing a sense of its identity, values, and historical place, together, these two are the first published collection of accounts of Homer's past. This work represents a heritage in which a community can find common ground amid differences and lessons for today and offers inspiration for veteran and emerging public historians.

Review Quotes

More Stories from the Heart of Central New Yorkis a remarkably fascinating read, which-thanks to its unique framing-offers both a nuanced exploration into Homer's past along with insight into how a community engages with those stories. As such, the reader walks away with not only an appreciation of Homer's rich history, but also a deeper understanding of the process in which dedicated historians and researchers strive to keep those stories alive. Brimming with a sense of discovery and excitement, the varied vignettes featured within this book guarantee there is something here for everybody.
Zachary Finn, Research Historian at the William G. Pomeroy Foundation, and author of The Lady in White: A Tale Set in Rochester, New York

Martin Sweeney is a Central New York treasure. He works tirelessly in promoting Historic Homer. He has made a huge impact on his former students and is an influence on the Town and Village of Homer's efforts to maintain its historic character. Martin's public speaking is very entertaining and educational, and his books on local history reveal amazing accuracy and detail. His work is much appreciated for creating a legacy that will leave all of Central New York a better place.

Martin Sweeney's passion for local history is second to none. Like a preacher on the pulpit Martin engages people throughout Central New York with his research. He started bringing history to life for students as a teacher and continues to do so for his community with this book. His dedication to Homer and its history has preserved stories for future generations to cherish and celebrate Homer's history.

About the Author

Martin A. Sweeney is a retired Unites States history teacher. He currently serves as the historian for the town and village of Homer, New York. As a public historian he has a regular column on local history in Homer's newspaper, The Homer News.