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Book Looks At History Of Ne'er-Do-Wells And Jerks

Usually, when we study history, we look back at the leaders, the icons and the heroes to understand the times gone by. But another way to study history is to look at the ne’er-do-wells, the criminals, and the…well jerks.

Matthew Mayo is the author of Jerks in New England History.  He spoke with Vermont Edition about his new book.

Ric was a producer for Vermont Edition and host of the VPR Cafe.
Sage Van Wing was a Vermont Edition producer.
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