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Introduction
Hello and welcome to The Concord Writer! We hope you'll enjoy our newly updated website. A few new items have been added and we will be adding even more as available but as it is now there is plenty to read so we hope you'll stay a while and come back often. Also, if you haven't already, please visit our other website: www.thethoreauwhisperer.com
The Concord Writer was founded by author, Cathryn McIntyre in 2008 as “a literary and publishing concern” dedicated to “the words, wisdom and enduring spirit” of Concord’s most famous writer, Henry David Thoreau. The intent was that The Concord Writer would provide a forum in which she could begin to share her own work while shining a new light on the words of Thoreau, those spoken during his lifetime and those that came after.
The following introduction was written by Cathryn McIntyre back in 2008 but we like it so much we're keeping it around. You'll find much more information about Thoreau on the Thoreau page of this website.
Henry David Thoreau is most remembered as the man who lived for a time in a cabin at a place called Walden Pond, and for the book he wrote about living there, Walden: Or Life in the Woods. In Walden, Thoreau states, “Men lead lives of quiet desperation.” He believes that is because we occupy ourselves with material pursuits and neglect our spiritual natures and he advises us to “Simplify, simplify...” because the more material goods we desire, the more we must work to earn the money to acquire such goods, and the less time we therefore have to live.
Living to Thoreau is not a material endeavor, it is a spiritual one. He believes in the possibility of every individual to elevate themselves to a height not before reached, should we choose to connect to the wisdom that is there within all of us, and to seek out more than what exists for us in the physical world. He states, "I know of no more encouraging fact than the unquestionable ability of man to elevate his life by a conscious endeavor," and his statement, “The universe is wider than our views of it,” reminds us of the limitless possibilities that exist for us when we are in touch with our spiritual natures.
Once, in response to an inquiry from a scientifically-minded man, Thoreau stated, "I am a mystic, a transcendentalist and a natural philosopher to boot." This was the best way he could think to explain who he was because as a scientist who "did not believe in the higher laws" the man would have no way of understanding the way Thoreau viewed the world.
As someone who has chosen to speak the truth of my own experience, no matter what doubt or disbelief there might be, that moment in Thoreau's life is deeply meaningful to me.
"I believe that if you pause for five minutes each day, close your eyes and allow yourself to look within, you will find your truest self and it is in that recognition that you will find your greatest joy. Open your hearts and minds to the possibilities because that spirit within you is the you that will never end. Your life is yesterday, today and every tomorrow. All who ever were still are and always will be." - Cathryn McIntyre
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BELIEVE IN THE MAGIC!
Henry David Thoreau (1817-1862)
Henry David Thoreau was born in Concord, MA on July 12, 1817. He was the son of John Thoreau (1787-1859) and Cynthia (Dunbar) Thoreau (1787-1872).
His ancestry on his father’s side was French Huguenot and Scottish.
On his mother’s side it was Scottish & English.
Cathryn McIntyre
Cathryn McIntyre is an independent author who has studied the literary history of Concord, Massachusetts for over 25 years, both in university settings and independently. She is also a natural psychic and clairvoyant who had the opportunity to connect with the spirit of Henry David Thoreau.
The Thoreau Whisperer
After an encounter with her mentor, an eminent Thoreau scholar, eleven days after his death, in The Thoreau Whisperer, Cathryn McIntyre finds she must hone her psychic abilities, set her doubts aside and accept the role she was destined to play in a remarkable collaboration that allows the words of Henry David Thoreau to be heard once again in our time.
Honor in Concord: Seeking Spirit in Literary Concord
If you enjoyed Little Women and are charmed by the magic of the mid-19th century Concord that Louisa May Alcott lived in and wrote about, you might like to read Cathryn McIntyre’s first book, Honor in Concord.
Astrological Services
Personal astrological consultations with author, Cathryn McIntyre, and computerized natal and relationship analysis are available.
The Paranormal
Learn more about Cathryn McIntyre's supernatural life, including her experience channeling Thoreau, in a candid interview with Paranormal Underground Magazine. Also, read essays about her ghostly experiences.
Calendar of Events
Check here for Cathryn McIntyre's latest media appearances, readings and lectures, along with a long list of past events.
CATHRYN MCINTYRE
Cathryn McIntyre is an independent author and researcher who has studied the literary history of Concord, Massachusetts for over 25 years, both in university settings and independently. She has a B.A. in English from Michigan State University and has taken graduate courses at both Harvard University Extension and Leslie University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. She is also a natural psychic and clairvoyant; an astrologer; an occasional ghost investigator; and an avid genealogist with ancestral ties to the Mayflower and to writers, Margaret Fuller and Henry David Thoreau.
Cathryn McIntyre is the author of The Thoreau Whisperer: Channeling the Spirit of Henry David Thoreau (2018), and Honor in Concord: Seeking Spirit in Literary Concord (2008). She is the founder of The Concord Writer and past founder and editor of a literary magazine called, On The Edge. She is currently at work on a fictional story set in the seaside town of Marblehead, Massachusetts.
Please scroll down for more information on the books by Cathryn McIntyre. More information about her can be found on her page of this website.
the books
The Thoreau Whisperer: Channeling the Spirit of Henry David Thoreau by Cathryn McIntyre
A True Story
Honor in Concord: Seeking Spirit in Literary Concord by Cathryn McIntyre
Memoir and Fiction where the writers of Concord's past, Thoreau, Emerson, Hawthorne and Alcott are alive in present day Concord.
Coming soon...
A spiritual love story set in the seaside town of
Marblehead, Massachusetts.
the thoreau whisperer
By Cathryn McIntyre
A True Story
After an encounter with her mentor, an eminent Thoreau scholar, eleven days after his death, in The Thoreau Whisperer, Cathryn McIntyre finds she must hone her psychic abilities, set her doubts aside and accept the role she was destined to play in a remarkable collaboration that allows the words of Henry David Thoreau to be heard once again in our time.
If you met Thoreau on the street in Concord today and struck up a conversation you might well hear the same words you will read within the pages of The Thoreau Whisperer. He is as real in spirit, as he was in life. He is still following his own unique path, is concerned with the higher laws and the fundamental truths, and is inspiring us with his insights and humor as he shares observations about the life that he lived, about life as it is lived today and about his experiences in the realms of spirit. And, just as in her book, Honor in Concord, in The Thoreau Whisperer, Cathryn McIntyre presents a reality that few others have experienced. In The Thoreau Whisperer, it is clear that Thoreau was right when he wrote in Walden, “The universe is wider than our views of it.”
From The Back Cover of The Thoreau Whisperer...
Many who read the words “Channeling Thoreau," will think "No way!” but before you put this book down and move on to the next one I hope you will ask yourself this: “What if it was him? What if it was Thoreau’s spirit that I tapped into in the fall of 2006 and whose words are contained within the pages of this book? What if it was him and I never told the story and never shared the message he entrusted me with?" Those are the questions I asked myself when all I wanted was to give in to my own doubts and fears and forget that any of this had ever happened.
One day about a year after the transmissions began I was given this statement in response to my concerns about how this book would be perceived and how I myself would be regarded:
Whether this work is channeled or simply inspired little matters for the depth of information and wisdom it contains. Those who read it are unlikely to look at Thoreau in the same way again. In The Thoreau Whisperer, the relevance of his message in our lives has never been more evident. It is a message that is as timeless, ageless and as infinite as we are. It is the message of the soul.
Reviews
“…a deep and intimate exploration of Thoreau’s spirituality.”
Moon Laramie, Author, The Spirit of Garbo (Amazon U.K.)
…an enlightening read that makes for an educational and spiritual journey into the afterlife.” Deborah Beauvais, DreamVisions 7 Radio, (Amazon)
“A truly mesmerizing literary experience. Perfectly edited and formatted with a smooth flow.” S. Warner (Barnes & Noble)
“Deep, complex and insightful, well-written, and well put together, …”
S. Beacher (Barnes & Noble)
"...a beautifully uplifting book with a powerful, positive message throughout."
Steph Coleman, Goodreads
A nice balance of spiritual discovery, candid insight, and literary analysis. Amazing!”
K. Matthews, Goodreads
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How to describe this book by Cathryn McIntyre, other than say it is by far one of the most interesting and unique books I’ve read in a long time! Although it is a more of a ‘true-story memoir/biography’, it reads as riveting as a fiction novel…I’ve never read anything about channeling spirits before, and before reading this I’d probably say that I didn’t really believe that is something that could be done. But after reading this book… I can’t swear on anything, but it really genuinely seems like something extraordinary is happening here!! Regardless if it was all a ‘true experience’ or not, I’ve always had a fondness for Thoreau – I’m certainly no expert, but I liked the guy’s style and he has some great ideas and writings. I am always interested in learning more things about influential people and it seemed like Ms. McIntyre might have some scholarly and personal insight into his life… and I was not disappointed! This is one fascinating ride into the author’s unusual and ultimately inspiring experience with her ‘visits’ from Thoreau and writing his story from his point of view, using his own voice and words. A truly mesmerizing literary experience. Perfectly edited and formatted with a smooth flow. Highly recommend. (5 stars) Sherrie Warner—Goodreads; Barnes & Noble; Indie Book Reviewers
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In “The Thoreau Whisperer”, Cathryn McIntyre pulls us in to her world right from the opening pages, and skillfully narrates a wide-ranging storyline full of complex and existential and at time mind-bending issues while channeling the spirit of Henry David Thoreau, and using his own words. In my opinion it is the way we are right there with her as she goes through these different conversations with a voice ‘from the other side’ and combined with her own narrative based on her own life experiences that really makes it stand out for me in a very relatable way. Even we don’t all agree 100% on everything that is discussed (which is totally fine and the author never tries to ‘convince’ you of anything, and even confesses to her own concerns on how this book would be received) - there is so much valuable wisdom here on Thoreau’s life and on life in general. I found myself chuckling out loud on several occasions and could definitely see a lot of truth in these pages. I will be looking for more works by Cathryn McIntyre and am happy to see she has another published (“Spirit in Concord”). Recommend for fans of literary memoirs. (5 stars) Gillian Hancock—Goodreads; Barnes & Noble; Indie Book Reviewers
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What a beautifully uplifting book with a powerful, positive message throughout. It is amazing just reading of Cathryn McIntyre’s experiences with channeling Thoreau – her background, her passion, the events that shaped the circumstances (her mentor and his passing), how her writing switched from being written by her to being written by someone… something… else entirely. These words reveal profound observations on life that can teach us all something. I like how easy it is to read and how well Cathryn explains everything how it happens, including her self-awareness on the controversial nature of this book. She shares her background and own personal experiences especially with regards to her connection with Thoreau and Concord, her mentor as well as being someone with psychic abilities. I myself believed every word, and more importantly I believed that Cathryn believed it – this isn’t some gimmicky fiction created to try to sell books for a quick buck. Those who don’t believe in psychics, mediums, spirits – they will have a tough time with this one, obviously (as they would most books on this topic, I suspect). But for those willing to engage in an open-minded, open-hearted exploration of things that cannot be ‘seen’ or ‘proven’ with our eyes or with science, and even if you aren’t that familiar with Thoreau, will benefit greatly from reading this remarkable book. Flawless presentation all around, from the formatting and editing and content, and obviously very well-researched and documented. Definitely recommend. (5 stars) Steph Coleman—Goodreads; Barnes & Noble; Indie Book Reviewers
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I was excited to read this book, because I adore Thoreau and have read much on and by him. However, I have never read anything that was written in this vein before: with an author ‘channeling’ the voice of a deceased persona and doing so in a way that the author’s words are those of the deceased. A little ‘out there’, admittedly, however this is not an entirely unheard-of phenomenon, and in fact, many books are said to have been inspired from ‘beyond the grave’. So I started reading, and was immediately entranced. Cathryn McIntyre has a very natural tone and writing style, that while unorthodox in subject matter, still is easy to grasp and you are never lost or confused. We are always there in the moment whatever is going on. Even when she touches on more abstract or metaphysical concepts, it is done in a way that invites the readers to make their own interpretations and decide what feels true or not- it is never forced on us. There is some great research here that I hadn’t read before, and nothing struck me as being obviously ‘wrong’ or ‘fake’, for what it’s worth. A truly wonderful read that touched my mind, heart, and soul, and is a great compliment to Thoreau or Walden fan’s library. (5 stars) Laura Clarke – Goodreads; Barnes & Noble; Indie Book Reviewers
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After I read a book, I ask myself a few questions… was it well written? Does it have a clear plot (or point or premise)? Is it memorable? Does is affect/change me in some way? Make me think? Would I recommend to others? If these answers are all “yes” then I know I’ve stumbled on something special. That’s how I felt when reading “The Thoreau Whisperer” by Cathryn McIntyre. I’m not even sure that I’m necessarily the target audience as I am not overly literary or into any new agey things. I wouldn’t call myself a hardcore believer in things like mediums and psychics, but I also wouldn’t consider myself a ‘non-believer’ either. I know there’s a lot I don’t know, and I also know very little about Henry David Thoreau, but I have heard his name. I’m always open for learning new information regarding the unknown as much as the next person, and I was intrigued with this setup that Ms. McIntyre has going on here. If nothing else, I thought it might be interesting to hear what she/he have to say re: Thoreau’s life (and possible afterlife). I quickly found myself immersed in this book and felt a lot of respect for Ms. McIntyre and her journey, and for sharing her experiences in such a humble and unassuming way. Now I won’t debate the science/spiritual aspect behind this approach, but instead appreciate the takeaway which can certainly benefit all. I especially liked the ‘snippets’ at the end – talking of things ranging from happiness, flying, dying and more Layout wise I liked the structure of this book and the overall writing, with a balance of Thoreau’s words and Cathryn’s narrative. Some parts were a little over my head, but this is certainly a memorable read that delivers a great ‘message’. Would like to read more from McIntyre in the future. Recommend. (4-5 stars) Cody Brighton—Goodreads; Barnes & Noble; Indie Book Reviewers
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I admit I started reading “The Thoreau Whisperer” with a fair bit of skepticism as I’m not usually one to read these types of books, but I love Thoreau and was curious what this book may say. Happily enough, I found the engaging narrative to be quite compelling and down-to-earth (despite emanating from a ‘spirit’ who is no longer of this Earth!) and just loaded with authenticity and details of Thoreau’s life that give it the feel of a nonfiction biography, as well as a memoir of the author’s experience and background. The candid, intimate feel made it seem like they were talking to me personally at times -- I’m not sure if I totally agree with ALL of it, but that’s okay. I still got a lot out of it and really enjoy the author’s writing -- makes her points, and relate her ideas (and Thoreau’s) in ways that we all can fully and easily understand. I like that it alternates throughout, so it’s not too much of one or the other. Deep, complex and insightful, well-written, and well put together, and I actually feel like I learned a lot. A book that challenges you to see beyond the physical and into something deeper and greater than ourselves. Recommend. (5 stars) Stephan Beacher –Goodreads; Barnes & Noble; Indie Book Reviewers
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This is a hard book for me to review thoroughly, because I have LOTS of thoughts on it. But I will start by saying it is beautifully written, heartfelt and wonderfully enlightening! I have read several books on the subject connecting with spirits, and even ‘past life experiences’. But this one stands out to me as being particularly realistic, especially when it is Thoreau talking – it seriously sounds like him! This absolutely one of the most addicting books I’ve read in a long time, and I so badly WANT to believe it, that I will. (see how that works??). It just felt so important, so profound and real – even if I didn’t fully get it ALL, I definitely got a lot. This book was written in a way that anyone could comprehend the general concepts Cathryn shares, regardless if you absolutely ‘believe’ it all or not, and it is all laid out including historical and personal/biographical information (documented facts) with Thoreau’s writings, perspectives and life experiences in a way that ties everything together and it all makes sense. The whole time you are reading this you feel like Cathryn is talking to you as a friend and Thoreau is sitting in the room with us. The “big picture” painted is one that leaves us with a much deeper knowledge and understanding of Thoreau that surprised me… Definitely recommend. (4.5 stars) Stacy Deckers—Goodreads; Barnes & Noble; Indie Book Reviewers
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I absolutely loved this book! I really feel like I got a lot out of it- much more than I thought I would. It was very educational, but not in that dry, textbook sort of way, but incredibly personal and intimate and searching … questioning and pondering. I had no idea that I was going to be this impacted by this book, but by halfway through I felt like Cathryn McIntyre and I were fast friends and her journey was mine, and Henry David Thoreau was our host for a lovely, intimate get-together. It is really hard describing this book in a short paragraph, just that it is inspiring, truthful, profound, and perhaps controversial, depending on your beliefs. Some concepts might not align with more traditional, standard ways of thinking, but that is something that I think we could all agree that Thoreau would approve of. I applaud Cathryn for sharing her (and Thoreau’s) unforgettable story with us, and would absolutely encourage others to give it a shot as well. (5 stars) Essie Harmon—Goodreads; Barnes & Noble; Indie Book Reviewers
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I’m not normally one for these types of books, I’ll just say that up front. I consider myself more of a ‘rational, logical’ thinker than an emotional or spiritual one, so I wasn’t really sure this would be my thing. But from the onset Cathryn McIntyre invites us into her life in a way that demands our attention and respect. I admire not only her candor and humility with her unique circumstances, but her talent in expressing her views, Thoreau’s, and additional biographical research and findings and crafting it all a way that is readable and entertaining, even while discussing some pretty surreal subject matters. Even if you don’t agree/believe in spirits or psychics, it is hard to deny that this is a compelling and well- written book that covers some pretty impressive territory in giving insight and inspiration into his life. I must have highlighted a dozen or two lines and passages – like “All who ever were still are and always will be”. A nice balance of spiritual discovery, candid insight, and literary analysis. Amazing! (4.5 stars) – Karen Matthews – Goodreads; Barnes & Noble; Indie Book Reviewers
HONOR IN CONCORD
By Cathryn McIntyre
If you enjoyed Little Women and are charmed by the magic of the mid-19th century Concord that Louisa May Alcott lived in and wrote about, you might like to read Cathryn McIntyre’s first book, Honor in Concord.
It is a memoir about the first year she lived in Concord, Massachusetts in an antique home she calls “Quiet House” on a street named for Henry David Thoreau. She had always been drawn to Concord, referring to it in Honor in Concord as “the place that in my soul I had always known”. Years later she will learn why she was drawn there but at this time she struggles to understand what she is doing in this sleepy old town and to better understand herself and her psychic abilities.
One day she sets out to record the images of Concord’s past that are always on her mind and what results is a fictional story that she tells within the pages of memoir in which the writers of mid-19th century Concord (i.e. Hawthorne, Emerson, Thoreau, Fuller and Alcott) are characters living new lives in Concord in present day. Within the fictional story are windows that open up into their lives in the past. One moment we are reading about Julie, a mother watching her young daughter performing at her dance recital and the next we see Julie in the past as Sophia Hawthorne, looking out into the yard as this daughter and her other children run about in play. We read about Sarah who is having a flirtatious lunch at the West Street Grill in Boston and walking across the same floor where she once stood as Margaret Fuller conducting her “conversations”.
These are delicious moments, beautifully written that capture the magic of this town that holds such a place in American history. It is the place where the revolutionary war began out near the North Bridge and the place where some of America’s greatest writers and thinkers once lived as neighbors and friends in
the mid-19th century.
In Honor in Concord, they are back in present day Concord. Julie is Sophia and her husband, Richard, is Hawthorne. He is strong and tall and as handsome as ever but a lawyer now who still writes when he can but is no longer interested in sharing his words with the world. Thoreau is also there as their son, Alex, a bright, independent, but thoughtful young man, preparing for graduation from high school and being pressured to choose a college far away from Concord, the town he so loves. His best friend, John, is the brother he lost in his life as Thoreau, now they are together again. Emerson is there, too, as Julie’s wise but aged father, and this time he is spending his life with Ellen Tucker, his first wife from his life in the past. Bronson Alcott has also returned as a wise old sage in the form of Richard’s neighbor and best friend, Ed, who seems to be the most insightful of them all in this scenario where they find themselves reevaluating their lives and questioning the choices they have made.
The honor in Honor in Concord is in learning to honor ourselves and to trust in our own ability to connect with what Thoreau called the divine. That message is expanded upon in The Thoreau Whisperer as the author’s story resumes six years after the moment atop Author’s Ridge at Sleepy Hollow Cemetery in Concord that concludes Honor in Concord. McIntyre is there attempting to connect psychically with the authors who are buried there, but where that scene in Honor in Concord is mostly playful, in The Thoreau Whisperer, she is actually doing it and it is serious and powerful and impossible even for her to believe.
Note: The Thoreau Whisperer is in some ways a sequel to Honor in Concord but it is not necessary to read Honor in Concord first. Honor in Concord is available in both hard and softcover editions from Barnes & Noble; amazon; and other internet booksellers. It can also be ordered through your favorite local bookseller. It is not currently available as an e-book.
Reviews
This book crosses the boundaries of the literary into the spiritual in the most glorious way. A must read - can't wait for the next book!! – ~ Deborah Beauvais, Dreamvisions 7 Radio Network – www.dreamvisions7radio.com, www.lovebyintuition.com
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Ms. McIntyre challenges all our preconceived notions and gives permission for each of us to explore the expanded reality we know somehow IS. - Connie Baxter Marlow, filmmaker, author, futurist, social philosopher. Producer: www.InSearchofTheFutureMovie.com; www.TheAmericanEvolution.com www.TheTrustFrequency.net
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Reading Honor in Concord was intellectually stimulating, but also as pleasurable as eating chocolate and drinking a fine red wine. If we listen, these writers of the past can help us with honorable choices today. And if we listen, perhaps Cathryn McIntyre will have more to say to us, as well. - Cynthia G. Neale, Author of Norah: The Making of an Irish-American Woman in 19th-Century New York and other works www.cynthianeale.com
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Honor in Concord is a compelling, entertaining and provocative read. The past and the present are woven together so uniquely giving life to the issues and subjects too often left to collect dust on library shelves.
~ Janis Pryor, Author, Producer & Radio Host
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An enjoyable read - the author skillfully weaves historical fact with fiction and provides wonderful insight into the private lives of some of Concord's most famous literary authors. - Jennie Sandberg, Artist, Photographer, Intuitive Energy Healer .
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Reading Honor in Concord was intellectually stimulating, but also as pleasurable as eating chocolate and drinking a fine red wine. In fact, each evening I climbed into bed with a glass of good wine and escaped from my daily concerns and my own writer worries. I was able to turn off the editor in me and engage myself in this novel because the prose is natural, alive, and believable. The Transcendental Period is my favorite time in American history and Cathryn captured the heartbeat of some of my favorite writers of long ago Concord and gently, but powerfully, revealed their touch upon the present. Combining memoir, fiction, and the historical facts of the writers from Concord was innovative and daring. And it worked! Memoirs can oftentimes bog down the reader with too many intimate facts, but there was just enough candid and pivotal information to keep me interested, leaving some mystery for me to ponder. The interconnectedness of Concord's writers of the past with contemporary fictional Concord residents, and Cathryn McIntyre as a writer and seeker in Concord, created an enjoyable and satisfying reading experience. There was indeed transcendence and beauty in the quest for what might be honorable today. If we listen, these writers of the past can help us with honorable choices today. And if we listen, perhaps Cathryn McIntyre will have more to say to us, as well. - Cynthia G. Neale, Author of Norah: The Making of an Irish-American Woman in 19th-Century New York and other works.
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In Honor in Concord, Cathryn McIntyre weaves a multi-faceted tale of Transcendental truths, explored and experienced then (19th Century) and now (21st Century). Is it the place itself (Concord) that engenders such insights? Is the veil between dimensions, between illusion and Spirit thinner there? What is real? What is fantasy? Ms. McIntyre challenges all our preconceived notions and gives permission for each of us to explore the expanded reality we know somehow IS. Through the emotions, thoughts and challenges of the characters, real and fictitious, as well as those of the author herself, we witness the evolution of the human condition as the profound ideas of Emerson, Thoreau, Alcott and Hawthorne become a basis for action. - Connie Baxter Marlow, filmmaker, author, futurist, social philosopher. Producer: IN SEARCH OF THE FUTURE www.InSearchofTheFutureMovie.com; THE AMERICAN EVOLUTION: Voices of America-www.TheAmericanEvolution.com Co-Author: THE TRUST FREQUENCY: 10 Assumptions for a New Paradigm. www.TheTrustFrequency.net
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Honor in Concord is a compelling, entertaining and provocative read. The past and the present are woven together so uniquely giving life to the issues and subjects too often left to collect dust on library shelves.
~ Janis Pryor, Author, Producer & Radio Host
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Honor in Concord is beautifully written...time transcends as the story begins from long ago when Thoreau, Emerson and Hawthorne knew the spiritual essence of who they were and not intimidated to speak about it... the story weaves to the present and the excitement is in the comparison of the families from one century to another - could it be that Thoreau and Hawthorne are really living in today's world? This book crosses the boundaries of the literary into the spiritual in the most glorious way. A must read - can't wait for the next book!! – ~ Deborah Beauvais, Dreamvisions 7 Radio Network – www.dreamvisions7radio.com, www.lovebyintuition.com
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An enjoyable read - the author skillfully weaves historical fact with fiction and provides wonderful insight into the private lives of some of Concord's most famous literary authors. After reading this book, I wanted to learn more about the historical figures mentioned, especially Margaret Fuller and Martha Hunt. - Jennie Sandberg, Artist, Photographer, Intuitive Energy Healer.
