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Theresa Kaminski @theresakaminski.bsky.social · 2d

Reminder: tonight at 7:00 Eastern/6:00 Central, a free, virtual talk about the WWII resistance activities of the Angels of the Underground. Information is a click away. #WWII #WomensHistory #AngelsoftheUnderground
sclsnj.libnet.info/event/13381991

"Angels of the Underground":

This book offers the tale of four American women propelled by extraordinary circumstances into acts of heroism, and makes a significant contribution to the work on women's wartime experiences.

sclsnj.libnet.info

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Theresa Kaminski @theresakaminski.bsky.social · 3d

What do you do when an enemy invades and occupies the city you live in? Find out how the Angels of the Underground fought back. Join me tomorrow night (Oct. 6) for this free virtual presentation. Click on the link for more information. #WWII #WomensHistory
sclsnj.libnet.info/event/13381991

"Angels of the Underground":

This book offers the tale of four American women propelled by extraordinary circumstances into acts of heroism, and makes a significant contribution to the work on women's wartime experiences.

sclsnj.libnet.info

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Theresa Kaminski @theresakaminski.bsky.social · 3d

Time to celebrate #ScholarSunday. 🗃️

Ben Railton @americanstudier.bsky.social · 3d

Here it is, my 244th #ScholarSunday thread of great public scholarly writing & work, podcast episodes, new & forthcoming books from the past week. Add more in comments below, share as widely as possible, & thanks, all! 🗃️

blackwhiteandread.com/scholarsunda...

#ScholarSunday Thread 244 (10/5/25) – Black and White and Read All Over

Here it is, my 244th #ScholarSunday thread of great public scholarly writing & work, podcast episodes, new & forthcoming books from the past week. Add more in comments below, share as widely as possib...

blackwhiteandread.com

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 5d

If you read the latest Substack then you already know: Civics & Coffee is now an affiliate with Bookshop.org!

The shop is in its early stages but includes a list highlighting my previous guests and one shining a light on some of my favorite books on women’s history.
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Theresa Kaminski @theresakaminski.bsky.social · 7d

You've hit peak Wisconsin.

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Michael Oberg @michaelleroyoberg.bsky.social · 7d

Join us, won’t you?

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 7d

Happy October!

On this month’s Substack I explore the rise of Spiritualism in the aftermath of the Civil War and how this movement sheds light on our current moment. Subscribe today - link below.

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Theresa Kaminski @theresakaminski.bsky.social · 7d

Congratulations, @jlepler.bsky.social! 🗃️

Dr. Jessica Lepler @jlepler.bsky.social · 7d

Delighted to see Canal Dreamers featured on UNH Today, um, today. @uncpress.bsky.social 🗃️
www.unh.edu/unhtoday/202...

History Professor Pens “Canal Dreamers”

Associate professor of history Jessica Lepler's new book "Canal Dreamers" tells the story of an 1820s attempt to connect the Atlantic and Pacific oceans through Nicaragua.

www.unh.edu

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Theresa Kaminski @theresakaminski.bsky.social · 8d

This forthcoming book by @lollardfish.bsky.social looks like an essential addition to my bookshelf. #amwriting

David M. Perry @lollardfish.bsky.social · 8d

COVER REVEAL AND PREORDER: The Public Scholar - A Practical Handbook.

"Perry focuses on the practical details of how to approach public scholarship. How do you pitch a piece to an editor? When should you follow or ignore the rules of the genre? And what happens once your piece is out in the world?"

The Public Scholar

A Practical Handbook

www.press.jhu.edu

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Theresa Kaminski @theresakaminski.bsky.social · 8d

It's on sale here, too: bookshop.org/p/books/ange...

Angels of the Underground: The American Women Who Resisted the Japanese in the Philippines in World War II

The American Women Who Resisted the Japanese in the Philippines in World War II

bookshop.org

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Theresa Kaminski @theresakaminski.bsky.social · 8d

And right now, the book is on sale: www.amazon.com/Angels-Under...

Angels of the Underground: The American Women who Resisted the Japanese in the Philippines in World War II

Angels of the Underground: The American Women who Resisted the Japanese in the Philippines in World War II [Kaminski, Theresa] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Angels of the Underground: The American Women who Resisted the Japanese in the Philippines in World War II

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Theresa Kaminski @theresakaminski.bsky.social · 9d

One week from today! Come join me while I talk about a fascinating aspect of World War II. 🗃️ #womenshistory #AngelsoftheUnderground #WWII #WWIIresistance
sclsnj.libnet.info/event/13381991

"Angels of the Underground":

This book offers the tale of four American women propelled by extraordinary circumstances into acts of heroism, and makes a significant contribution to the work on women's wartime experiences.

sclsnj.libnet.info

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Theresa Kaminski @theresakaminski.bsky.social · 16d

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National Book Critics Circle @bookcritics.bsky.social · 16d

NBCC board member Mary Ann Gwinn interviewed historian Jill Lepore for Kirkus Reviews about her new book, "We the People: A History of the U.S. Constitution":

Jill Lepore on What the Constitution Means to Us | Kirkus Reviews

The acclaimed Harvard historian considers the complicated history of America’s foundational document.

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Theresa Kaminski @theresakaminski.bsky.social · 16d

Learn about resistance! Please join me in two weeks at this virtual program on Angels of the Underground hosted by the Somerset County Library. #WWII #womenshistory 🗃️
sclsnj.libnet.info/event/13381991

"Angels of the Underground":

This book offers the tale of four American women propelled by extraordinary circumstances into acts of heroism, and makes a significant contribution to the work on women's wartime experiences.

sclsnj.libnet.info

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Theresa Kaminski @theresakaminski.bsky.social · 17d

So sorry to hear this. Sending all the healing vibes along with a super shield to guard against future cascades.

Theresa Kaminski @theresakaminski.bsky.social · 19d

And soggy bottoms.

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Theresa Kaminski @theresakaminski.bsky.social · 19d

Deepest condolences on your loss.

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