Books by Michael Rich

This meticulously researched biographical sketch attempts to convince its readers that an immigrant who arrived with little financial means or formal education would become a wealthy merchant, a champion of education, a force in Cincinnati and Ohio politics, and a founder of the American Jewish Reform Movement. He would rub elbows with several Presidents, influence more than one Presidential election and come within one broken promise of becoming the first Jew to serve in a Presidential cabinet. He was at the center of the landmark case that prohibited the reading of the Bible in public schools, the immediate cause of this nation's most infamous anti-Semitic act, and landed in the midst of a Congressional investigation that would lead to creation of the False Claims Act. His actions reverberate to this day.

Have you ever wished you had a knowledgeable friend who could help you find out more about the places that inspired your favourite writers? Let this book be that friendly guide around Sussex, along main roads and off beaten tracks, down country lanes and back streets. On the way you'll uncover some fascinating information.So whether you are on holiday in Sussex or lucky enough to live there, dip into this book to find out more about the colourful writers who have been inspired by "Good old Sussex by the sea", as Kipling described it.Enjoy your travels!