“In a most beautiful and professional way, this
book represents a true labor of love. A candid,
humbling, but ultimately inspiring look at a very
particular theme and period in American history. The
archival photos of newsboys and bootblacks surviving
on the streets of New York. Hauntingly good!
The yearbook-like sketches of orphan train children
and the responsible adults and citizens they became;
a highlight. With this volume alone, Renée Wendinger
has made the planet a better place.”
John Graham Tucker, president of
Norfleet Press
New York, New York.
“An absolutely incredible book! This is a classic
book and a fascinating story written by a very
talented lady. This author portrays the children’s
stories so well. Classic images of our distant past,
the pictures are beautiful! To acquire an
appreciation for New York’s history, this book is a
“have got to pick up,” as it is one of a kind.
Really a wonderful and classy book. A concentrated
New York College course has been built upon this
accomplished book alone.”
Art and Susan Zuckerman, Steve Duer
(historians, lecture series)
Radio Station WVOX (Z Travel and Leisure)
New York, New York
“This reserve provides an insightful overview of
how responsible persons made drastic decisions based
on facts, common sense and a limited number of real
life options. It is a unique book that belongs on
the shelf of every professional or aspiring
sociologist involved in the history of unfortunate
children, and in collected works of every library.
This book reveals, probably for the first time to
millions, the heroic work undertaken by the New York
Foundling and the Children’s Aid Society. The book
envisions a part of American history which might
have been a lifelong tragic loss. An excellent
book!”
Diana Serra Cary, author of
Hollywood’s Children, What Ever Happened Baby Peggy,
[And additional tome]
“Fending for oneself as a child is a rough
endeavor.” Extra! Extra! The Orphan Trains and
Newsboys of New York" tells the story of the fate of
many children in the early twentieth century, and
how the Children's Aid Society sought to help these
young people through their early lives. From helping
them find homes in rural America through the famous
orphan trains, to giving the newsboys of New York
places to stay, the Children's Aid Society engaged
in remarkable work. "Extra! Extra!" is a fascinating
survey of the history of child welfare in the United
States.”
Midwest Book Review
“Extra! Extra! reaches the heart of the reader, and the
heart of America! As the developer of the musical theatrical production Orphan
Train, I only hope this dramatic piece is as touching and important as this
incredible book written by author Renée Wendinger”
Patricia Birch, Emmy Award
winner, director and choreographer for musical theatre and film. Grease, Big,
A Little Night Music, They’re Playing Our Song, etc.
New York, New York |
