The Hall Picture

About the Book

Envision sailing Third Class across the Atlantic in 1881, sinking into coal pits with mules and miners, and crawling under quilt frames to tickle knees. Tuck in World War I, the Great Depression, and World War II. Meet courageous women and siblings shuffled in and out of Children’s Homes.

Then focus on nine years with Hall the photographer: Jiving in a San Francisco jug band, eating cookies baked on boulders, and jitterbugging with Buckminister Fuller. Include photographers Harry Callahan, Edward Weston, and Imogen Cunningham. Add precious bundles. And an earthquake. And, unlike Madame Butterfly, survive.

“I've had the great pleasure of reading The Hall Picture, a book full of tenderness and insight, sweetness, wisdom, and illumination. Here is a story that reminds us all of what it's like to be a human being, and how it feels. A celebration of life and love.” —John Dufresne, author of Deep in the Shade of Paradise

“Jean Bradfisch, one of our great undiscovered writers, enchants readers with elegant and taut observations and unforgettable prose. You'll love it!” —Ann Prospero, author of Almost Night

About the Author

Jean Bradfisch is former Executive Editor of Sea Frontiers, winner of numerous state and national awards. Now an independent writer, she lives amid mangoes, sea grapes, frangipani, and the international mélange of Miami, Florida.