Lonergan won the Congressional Medal of Honor at Gettysburg
he encounters John Hancock
a specialist in antiquarian wine and food books
The Hornet’s Nest follows a cast of characters and their loved ones on both sides of this violent conflict—including some who are based on the author’s ancestors
The Hornet’s Nest is historical fiction at its best
The Virginia Housewife Or, Methodical Cook: A Facsimile of an Authentic Early American Cookbook Books Lonergan won the Congressional MedalOriginally published in 1824, this influential, classic guide by a noted Virginia hostess is widely regarded as the first truly Southern cookbook. Compiled and written by Mary Randolph (reputed to have been the best cook in Richmond), it contains a treasury of cooking instructions for everything from hearty soups to exotic cordials. Included are time honored recipes for a wide range of beef, veal, lamb and pork dishes, along with fish, poultry,