In this episode of History Through Fiction: The Podcast, host Colin Mustful interviews Dennard Tyler Dayle, author of How to Dodge a Cannonball. Dayle shares an excerpt and discusses his satirical take on the Civil War through the eyes of Anders, a teenage flag twirler. They explore the novel’s humor, unique structure, and the complexities of loyalty and survival. Dayle also reflects on his research, character development, and publishing journey, offering insight into the importance of staying sane amid chaos.
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In this episode of History Through Fiction: The Podcast, host Colin Mustful interviews Dennard Tyler Dayle, author of How to Dodge a Cannonball. Dayle shares an excerpt and discusses his satirical take on the Civil War through the eyes of Anders, a teenage flag twirler. They explore the novel’s humor, unique structure, and the complexities of loyalty and survival. Dayle also reflects on his research, character development, and publishing journey, offering insight into the importance of staying sane amid chaos.
Season 8, Episode 10 - Robert Dugoni, Jeff Langholz, and Chris Crabtree
History Through Fiction - The Podcast
34 minutes 57 seconds
7 months ago
Season 8, Episode 10 - Robert Dugoni, Jeff Langholz, and Chris Crabtree
In Season 8, Episode 9 of "History Through Fiction: The Podcast," host Colin Mustful speaks with authors Robert Dugoni, Jeff Langholz, and Chris Crabtree about their novel Hold Strong. The book explores the tragic story of the Arisan Maru, a Japanese "hellship" carrying Allied POWs during World War II. The authors discuss their 11-year journey of extensive research, including declassified documents and firsthand exploration, to uncover this untold history. They share insights into their collaborative writing process, balancing historical accuracy with compelling storytelling, and honoring the heroism of figures like Father Thomas Cecina.
History Through Fiction - The Podcast
In this episode of History Through Fiction: The Podcast, host Colin Mustful interviews Dennard Tyler Dayle, author of How to Dodge a Cannonball. Dayle shares an excerpt and discusses his satirical take on the Civil War through the eyes of Anders, a teenage flag twirler. They explore the novel’s humor, unique structure, and the complexities of loyalty and survival. Dayle also reflects on his research, character development, and publishing journey, offering insight into the importance of staying sane amid chaos.
