Chronicles D.C.

It’s hard to imagine that Douglas County’s breathtaking vistas—now occupied by expanding suburbs and quiet, open spaces—were once the home to dinosaur herds and, later on, nomadic Indian tribes. The nation’s second gold rush brought those seeking great fortunes to central Colorado, but it was the untapped potential of the area and a dream of taming the land that appealed most to early settlers of Douglas County. Pioneers like General Bela Hughes and John D. Perry (whose agreement led to the railroad connection across Kansas to Denver) and Martin Henry Goddard (who, along with his wife, Nellie, ran the Rhode Island Hotel) were among the first of many settlers to establish roots here. Join the Castle Rock Writers for a journey through the history of this land and the diverse legacy left behind by those who made it their home.

The contributing authors are Jean Jacobsen, Alice Aldridge-Dennis, Tania Urenda, Susan Rocco-McKeel, Mark A. Cohen, John Longman, Derald Hoffman, and Kimberlee Gard. The book is available for $20.

Media Contact: For author interviews or high-res photographs please contact:  Katie Parry  843.577.5971, ext 113;  katie.parry@historypress.net