The Women: A Story of Two Army Nurses in Vietnam (Adults)
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Tuesday, May 27
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Geneva Public Library District
Meeting RoomIn this dramatic portrayal, Lynn Rymarz weaves the story of two Army nurses who served in Vietnam.
In this new portrayal, historical storyteller Lynn Rymarz steps back to the Vietnam era, dressed in vintage costume, as she weaves together the fictional story of Army nurse Frankie McGrath from The Women by Kristin Hannah with the true story of Army nurse Lynda Van Devanter, who served in Vietnam, from her book, Home Before Morning.
Lynn Rymarz has entertained audiences with her portrayals of historical women since 2005. As a children's author and storyteller, she enjoys sharing little-known historical stories that have been published in the children's magazines Cricket and Highlights.
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AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | History / Genealogy | Books / Book Clubs / Writing |
TAGS: | Vietnam War | Nurses | National Nurses Month | Lynn Rymarz | Living History | Dramatic Portrayal | Adults |
