We received the following press release.--RL TITLE: So, Ye Want To Be A Reenactor? A Living History Handbook SPECS: 149 pp., illus., appends., index, trade paper ISBN: 0-7884-1732-0 PRICE: $17.00 PUBLICATION DATE: April 2001 AUTHORS: Brenton C. Kemmer and Karen L. Kemmer have been reenacting for two decades, in several different time periods and organizations. They each hold degrees in history and education. Brent Kemmer is the author of Freemen, Freeholders and Citizen Soldiers: An Organizational History of Colonel Jonathan Bagley’s Regiment, 1755-1760, and Redcoats, Yankees and Allies: A History of the Uniforms, Clothing and Gear of the British Army in the Lake Champlain - Lake George Corridor, 1755-1760, from Heritage Books. DESCRIPTION: Whether you are wondering how to get started in reenacting, or if you are already a professional interpreter or a veteran of many encampments, this book has something for you! Do you want to be a costumed museum guide, a soldier who participates in battle reenactments, or a “hard-core” experimental archaeologist? Discover just what is meant by these living history terms, and learn the techniques of authentic historical interpretation. You will find out how to select the time period that’s right for you and join a reenactment unit that you feel comfortable with. Learn how to get the clothing and equipment that you’ll need, how to store it and transport it in the most organized manner, and how to select the best events. Living history is a wonderful family activity and a great way to make friends who share your love of history. Are you worried about the time and money that you’ll spend? Find out how to make it work, even on a tiny budget, by being well organized. The Kemmers share several stories of camaraderie and give lots of practical advice for families as well as solo reenactors. Reenactors need to do a lot of research, but do you feel intimidated at the thought of going to a library or archival repository? You’ll get step by step help from these experts! And once you’ve learned the ropes, you might want to start your own organization or put on your own event! Make sure you consult this guide so that your event is complete, from firewood to port-a-potties! The appendices contain lists of useful web sites, living history organizations, suggested reading materials, sample event schedules, a worksheet for helping you develop your own historical persona, and helpful forms for recording research source records and military service records. Here’s what others have said about So, Ye Want To Be A Reenactor? Reenacting is more than the proper clothes; it is responsibility, friendship, and fun. Brent and Karen bring the reader into this world of time travel. Andrew Gallup, author. A clear and orderly approach to reenacting marks this book as one that will prove useful throughout the years for many people who are looking for some helpful hints to get started in this hobby. Harry & Rose Burgess, professional educators. AUDIENCE: Historians, museum professionals, history buffs, veteran reenactors and beginners. PUBLISHER: Heritage Books, Inc. 1540 Pointer Ridge Place Bowie MD 20716 www.heritagebooks.com Back to 2nd Quarter 2001 List of News Items Back to Master List of News Items Back to Master Magazine List © Copyright 2001 by Coalition Web, Inc. This article appears in MagWeb (Magazine Web) on the Internet World Wide Web. Other military history articles and gaming articles are available at http://www.magweb.com