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“Stephen Puleo is an excellent writer when he is telling a story. Many riveting episodes are included throughout the book, bringing individuals and events to life for readers,” says Wilfred E. Holton in his review of A City So Grand in The New England Quarterly. Read the complete review (PDF).
In the summer of 2010, Boston.com conducted a poll to choose a book for a citywide reading program. More than 8,000 people voted, and Dark Tide was the winner, adding Boston to the list of communities that have selected Dark Tide for a reading program. At a Boston Public Library event celebrating Dark Tide's win, an overflow crowd attended Steve's presentation.
In support of Dark Tide's "One Book, One City" win in September 2010, Steve participated in an online chat at Boston.com and was interviewed by Fox Morning News. Watch it here.
“Puleo rightly revels in Boston’s creativity and contradictions. He proudly, and correctly, points to the city’s accomplishments,” says The New Republic's Edward Glaeser in a review of Steve’s fourth book, A City So Grand. “Puleo presents us with an enjoyable catalog of wonders produced by Boston during the period under review.” Read the complete review: The Urban Miracle.
Fifteen Massachusetts cities and towns have selected Dark Tide for community-wide reading programs. The programs encourage residents to read one book at the same time. In support of the programs, Steve has made speaking appearances and has hosted walking tours of Boston’s North End.
The communities that have chosen Dark Tide are Belmont, Beverly, Boston, Bridgewater, Burlington, Eastham, Franklin, Holliston, Ipswich, Manchester-by-the-Sea, Milford, Medford, Raynham, Stoughton, and Woburn. "It is hard to describe how honored and humbled I am when a community selects my book to read," said Steve of the 14 reading programs. "The words 'thank you' seem totally inadequate."
Steve Puleo makes frequent live appearances, discussing the
stories and research behind his books, Dark Tide, Due to Enemy Action, The Boston Italians, and A City So Grand. To see his latest schedule, visit the appearances section of this site.
In Hull, Massachusetts, the Hull Garden Club and Friends of the Hull Public Library hosted a special event featuring colorful flower arrangements inspired by members’ favorite books. Helen Weiser, pictured above, chose The Boston Italians, and created a beautiful display that featured the Italian flag as the base, along with red, white, and green flowers.
Steve Puleo is a recipient of the 2007 I Migliori award. From the Latin meaning “the best in thought and actions,” the award honors Americans of Italian ancestry who have excelled in their chosen fields and have made a significant contribution to society. The award is presented annually by the Pirandello Lyceum, an organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Italian-American culture, made up of professionals from the academic and business communities in Massachusetts.
The Honorable Robert A. DeLeo (left), Speaker of the Massachusetts House of Representatives, was honored with a 2009 I migliori award at a recent reception in Boston. Steve, a 2007 recipient of the award, provided DeLeo with an inscribed copy of The Boston Italians, which DeLeo mentioned in his acceptance remarks.
Recipients of the 2007 I Migliori award were honored at a reception and dinner. “I am honored and humbled to be chosen by the Pirandello Lyceum for this prestigious award,” Steve said. “It’s unusual for an author to be at a loss for words, but that was the case when I received the news of my selection. The I Migliori award will always remind me of the pride I have in my Italian heritage and inspire me in the future.”
Steve shares the honor with the following 2007 award recipients:
Kevin Caira, President, Grand Lodge Sons of Italy-Massachusetts
Larry Cancro, Senior Vice President, Fenway Affairs, the Boston Red Sox
Gino Cappelletti, Member of the New England Patriots Hall of Fame, Patriots broadcast commentator
Luigi V. Pasquale, Entrepreneur, Civic Leader, and Philanthropist
Joe Sciacca, Deputy Managing Editor, The Boston Herald
Nina Zannieri, Executive Director, Paul Revere Memorial Association
Boston Magazine has called the I Migliori award the single most prestigious honor to be received by men and women of Italian descent. Steve was nominated by Carol Bonomo Albright, an educator and editor of the prestigious cultural and literary journal, Italian Americana.
Steve Puleo’s Dark Tide is a popular subject for reading clubs, and Steve is happy to meet with clubs that are reading any of his books. To learn more, visit the Book Clubs page.
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