John Hagan was born to tell stories. A Long Farewell is ample evidence. He creates the vivid word pictures of a consummate storyteller. He is a master of Midwest mid-twentieth century dialogue. If you seek to appreciate the era of Dwight David Eisenhower and Jean Paul Sartre in a new light, A Long Farewell is a must-read." -Robert J. Deger, Ph.D. Associate Professor of History and Political Science Gateway Community and Technical College "Every educator will laugh, cry, and understand, be perplexed by and relate to A Long Farewell. It touched me to my very core. [...] I think it was because of my love for and commitment to education. John Hagan captures the very heart of educators for whom those wonderful break-through moments [evoke] the tears and fears we have all experienced. I pulled A Long Farewell from the shelf and read the last few pages again. I did not want to put the book down [...] because I know..." -C. Daniel Raisch, Ph.D. Associate Dean, Education and Allied Professions The University of Dayton "[A Long Farewell is] reminiscent of my own childhood experiences growing up in Ohio. [...] The last story caught me completely by surprise, and I simply couldn't put the book down until I finished it. The book has mystery, intrigue, and humor. Thanks, John Hagan, for some easy and relaxing hours." -Kathleen Smith A Grosse Point Woods, Michigan ReaderPublisher Ref Number