Lisa Spahr is the author of World War II Radio Heroes: Letters of Compassion. This fascinating book is about strangers helping each other during a time of war. The book features more than 30 letters and postcards sent to the author's family in 1943, alerting them of her grandfather's capture and status as a prisoner of war. Upon discovering these letters, Ms. Spahr began researching and uncovered intriguing WWII history and a great humanitarian story.Here are a few interesting facts about this Pittsburgh based author:
1. Ms. Spahr worked for the American Legion's Washington, D.C. office for several years as a researcher and advocate examining issues related to the Gulf and Vietnam conflicts.
2. She has lived in and visited cities around the world such as Rome, Liverpool, Side, Amsterdam, Glasgow and Heidelberg.
3. Ms. Spahr is a member of the Military Writers Society of America, Business Networks International, Pittsburgh Professional Women and several Chambers of Commerce.
4. She has two dogs - Syrah Jayne (an Airedale) and Louie B (an American Bulldog/Staffordshire mix.)
5. She is an investigative psychologist who owns a life coaching and consulting business in Pittsburgh.
To learn more about this author, please visit her website. Meet Lisa Spahr and hear about a little-known piece of WWII history on Thur., March 4th at 7 pm in the library. Reservations requested - 610-398-1361 Ext. 13.
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