Published bimonthly from May-June, 2019 through July-August, 2021, the original 14 issues of Alaskan History Magazine feature true stories of the people, places, and events which shaped Alaska from prehistory through statehood. Every issue is available.
Writers who contributed include past President of the Alaska Historical Society Dr. Gary Stein, Alaskan author Tim Jones, Fairbanks historian Patricia De Nardo Schmidt, mushing historian Thom Swan, writer and geographer Thomas J. Eley, and a lengthy host of writers, scientists, explorers and reporters from Alaska’s past. The magazine was edited by Helen Hegener and published by Northern Light Media. The style is confident and informative, thoroughly researched to bring true stories of the people, places and events which shaped Alaskan history to a wide readership.
The original issues are available individually at Amazon, or as a 14-issue set for $140.00:
“Good information source. Lots of references if reader wishes to dig further into details. The entire series of publications are interesting, light reads.” ~Verified Amazon purchaser
“An excellent collection of well-researched articles on the history of Alaska, always interesting, always saved for reading and enjoying again later! ~Subscriber
“It’s always exciting to see this magazine in my mailbox!” ~Subscriber
“A wonderful publication outlining the richness of Alaska’s history with excellent production values, NO ADVERTISING and well researched stories with links to source materials for further reading. There are delightful stories that even 50 years of living here had not brought to my attention. Very highly recommended!” ~Amazon review
“The purpose of history has ever been to enlighten, to make clearer, to create greater understanding and appreciation.” ~Writing Alaska’s History, Vol. 1, Alaska Historical Commission, 1974
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