Stolen Fields by Jean Boggio - Book Review

Colerith Press (2008)
ISBN 9780979933042

"Fields stolen" is a story of the American Dream gone wrong. It 's a story of hatred, resentment, ambition and greed. There is also a story of "What If" and "If Only". What if expropriation had not taken ownership of Cole? If only Cole's grandfather was able to build his business thriving?

Jean tells of growing up as a descendant of a strong will and a family living Cole. In the early chapters gives the reader aUnderstanding of the historical and Coles hard working conditions and the economic success of fertile farm Neville Island near Pittsburgh. The Cole Farm Neville Iceland was known as a "market basket of Pittsburgh."

Jean Boggio consistently and equitably divided the two sides of a story. I was tied to the family, as I have heard stories shared by Jean cheerful gossip passed on from one generation to another, rather than reporting on two completely different perspectivesthe facts collected.

Between 1918 and 1919 towards the end of World War II was the U.S. government with a plan to rival the German plants, provided the ammunition for the German giant Krupp. Neville Iceland was chosen for the location of the project. Government officials have called the process of expropriation, the property for public use to take. The project had just begun when the armistice was signed. the country's government is no longer necessary. It 'was put onpublic auction.

The Cole family devastated by the loss of the house, was in the family for over a century ago, in an attempt to negotiate a fair market price instead. After the fear of harassment and arson, were forced to accept the price fixed by the government.

newspaper accounts of his family and the sources of historical research and their own memories courtesy Jean Boggio the material on behalf of this remarkable Iceland and the Coles of NevilleImpact of expropriation on the dreams of their parents, their children and, finally, to the generations that follow. Although there are feelings of hatred, bitterness and members of the Cole family, theirs is a journey that resonates with a sense of accomplishment, pride and promise.

This is a nice nostalgic trip back in time. Jean vivid descriptions draw the reader into the experience of being a part of his childhood farm in Sandy Lake. It has theamazing ability to transform everyday circumstances and events in an entertaining, often funny stories that resonate with simplicity, warmth and reality. Jean uses flashbacks of his childhood. It reveals details of his relationship with his sister, his parents, grandparents, Aunt Gladys, Uncle Robert, Uncle Ned, and their cousins. These colorful characters provide dramatic word pictures bringing an enthusiasm for life otherwise routine for the Coles of Neville Iceland.The family photos can be illustrated by the whole book for events. These pictures add another dimension and a sense of connection with the Cole family.

I particularly liked the opening Jean relations college and her first experiences in New York City. As an aspiring actress, was in tune with the culture beatnik. I appreciate your letter positive in the light of the love story gone wrong, gone amok family relationships and personal goals not achieved. Jean won a largeRange of experience working in offices in the field of education and, finally, in the medical field as a nurse.

Strong writing, thorough research and an objective look at the greed that often accompanies the process of expropriation "Stolen Fields" a significant contribution to the history and future of the restructuring process is often misunderstood and misused.

As a writer, memoir by Jean Boggio is a talented storyteller. Your vivid descriptions and characterizationsensure that the enjoyment of his writing still linger long after reading the last chapter. "Fields stolen" is a rich and enjoyable reading experience.