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"Readers may find themselves ordering their own DNA testing kit upon finishing this." -- Publishers Weekly "The Soul of the Family Tree posits that a spiritual grounding in one's family history can combat 'historical amnesia' and nurture a sense of belonging." -- Foreword Reviews Growing up in a passionately Norwegian-American Iowa town, Lori Erickson rolled her eyes at traditions like Nordic Fest and steaming pots of rmmegrt. But like many Americans, she eventually felt drawn to genealogy, the "quintessential hobby of middle age." Her quest to know more about the Vikings and immigrants who perch in her family tree led her to visit Norse settlements and reenactments, medieval villages and modern museums, her picturesque hometown and her ancestor's farm on the fjords.
About the Author
From a childhood on an Iowa farm, Lori Erickson grew up to become one of the country's top travel writers specializing in spiritual journeys. Author of "Near the Exit," "Holy Rover," and the upcoming "The Soul of the Family Tree," she lives in Iowa City, Iowa, with her husband, Bob Sessions, who frequently serves as her photographer. Her articles have appeared in the Los Angeles Times, National Geographic Traveler, and Better Homes & Gardens, among others. Her website www.spiritualtravels.info features holy sites around the world.
