Masthof Pages — Genealogy Research
The Patient Craft of Romaine Stauffer
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From a 9-year-old’s story in Words of Cheer to writing 16 historical books, author Romaine Stauffer shares how a 20-year delay and a attempt to 'prove she couldn't write' led to her beloved family narrative, Annie's Day of Light. Discover her journey of faith, research, and patient storytelling.
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The Journey of Vision and Faith of Author J. Ross Baughman
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From covering global conflict for LIFE magazine to tracing his own 17th-century Anabaptist ancestry, Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Ross Baughman shares the story behind his landmark book, Lessons From the Mirror. Discover how rare Dutch Golden Age etchings, visual storytelling, and personal heritage come together in this moving historical feature.
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The Generational Quest of Emily Coffman Richardson
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Inheriting a forty-year collection of family research, former higher education dean Emily Coffman Richardson set out to transform a massive ancestral puzzle into a monumental four-volume genealogy. Discover how she conquered 'people blocks' to trace the sweeping migrations of the Melchior Yoder family, navigated the ultimate historical mystery, and honored her mother’s publishing legacy across generations.