GDG- Re: Gettysburg Digest, Vol 36, Issue 29

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In a message dated 5/24/2007 10:53:48 PM Eastern Daylight Time,  
gettysburg-request at arthes.com writes:

Thanks,  Steve.  I have to admit, I was shocked that our book wasn't  even
mentioned.  I never expected to win the award - I and Eric would  have been
humbled by such an honor - but to not even get mentioned puzzles  me.  Our
book has been by far was one of highest selling CW books in  recent memory,
has gotten terrific reviews by many tough reviewers, and was  15 years in the
making.  I know it sounds self-serving, but I really  expected at least a
mention.

Ah  well.

J.D.




J.D.,
 
You know what scares me??  Neither you, Eric, or I had any clue  about the 
book that won. :)  That's not natural at all, as we all seem to  have our eyes 
and ears out there for new books on Gettysburg.    Not ready for the retirement 
home here, and don't think you both are either.  ;)
 
That said, to be snubbed by that committee bothers me, and have lost all my  
respect for those who are on the committee by this action.  I should not be  
surprised, but in this case I most certainly am.
 
Hope all is well.
 
Regards from the Garden State,
 
Steve
 
  



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