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Authors Robert Zucker and William ‘Flint’ Carter will sign copies of the books in Oracle.
San Mauel Miner
A book on the lost Iron Door mine and other legends and stories of the Catalina Mountains is now available. The book “Treasures of the Santa Catalina Mountains” is written by Robert Zucker with collaboration from Flint Carter. Both men were at a book signing held on Dec. 14 at the Oracle Inn Steak House 305 E. American Ave.
Robert Zucker is currently the internet publisher of Entertainment Magazine On Line. He was the publisher of the tabloid newspapers: Youth Alternatives, Youth Awareness Press, Tucson Teen and Entertainment Magazine from 1978 through 1994. He is a former journalism instructor at the University of Arizona and Pima Community College.
William “Flint” Carter has been called the “Last Prospector” by author Robert Zucker. He has been exploring and prospecting in the Catalina Mountains for the last 40 years. He is an author and artist. Carter has written historical articles about the Catalina Mountains including Oracle and the SaddleBrooke areas.
The Treasures of the Santa Catalina Mountains is 400 pages of stories about the history of the Catalina Mountains from the Spanish exploration to the present with tales and legends of the area including those of the Iron Door Mine, lost cities and Spanish missions. There are pictures, illustrations and maps included in the book. The new book is available at amazon.com, CreateSpace eStore, Oracle Inn and Buzz Café.
Flint Carter is looking for more information and stories about the Iron Door mine and the history of the Catalinas. If in possession of artifacts, stories or information contact him at 520-289-4566 or email at finder@emol.org. Flint and Robert will also be at the Oracle Inn on Jan. 3 and Jan. 10 for a book signing from 1 to 3 p.m.
John Hernandez lives in Oracle. He is retired and enjoys writing and traveling. He is active in the Oracle Historical Society. He covers numerous public events, researches historical features and writes business/artist profiles.
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