Yesterday my son emailed me news of Jon Hassler's death. Hassler is a Minnesota author who wrote one of my favorite books, "Staggerford". I read it in 1977 when it was released and reread it several times since. Having grown up in a central Minnesota small town, I identified with his depiction of small town life. His beloved Agnes McGee lived on in several following novels. I have read five of his books. "Staggerford" remains my favorite. If you love tails of Lake Wobegon, you will be a fan. Hassler was a graduate of St. John's University (where son Andy attends) and taught there almost two decades until his retirement. RIP John Hassler with Miles and Mrs. McGee.
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