CV Author Gerald Henig at Center for the Arts

Can you remember your  US History class that was required for high school graduation? Depending upon the material, it could be a real snoozer! Come hear the facts you wish you had had to learn in school as Castro Valley author Gerald Henig discusses his latest book, America’s Presidents: What Your History Teacher Never Told You, Thursday, November 7, at 7:00pm at the Castro Valley Center for the Arts. Outrageous behavior, lesser-known assassination attempts,  crazy decisions and sex scandals abound. Henig collected the anecdotes over his 40-year career as an American history professor at CSU East Bay.  

Originally from Brooklyn, Henig motored West upon completion of his Ph.D. from The Graduate Center, City University of New York, filling a one-year assignment to teach Civil War and Reconstruction at Cal State. Though he held on to his New York accent, he found his home here in Castro Valley.  His three children, Jennifer, Rebecca, and Adam attended Independent, Canyon, and CVHS.  His son Adam is also a published author. 

During his teaching career, Henig published four previous books written for the academic market. Henig retired from CSU in 2010 and then spent seven years writing America’s Presidents, his first book written for the mass market. As he promotes his book at libraries and community centers, he describes this period as “Pure fun.”   “I’m amazed at how well read the public is. They have great questions.”  Henig just heard that the prestigious Kirkus Reviews magazine has named his book “one of the best Indie Books (small press) of 2024.” “I just can’t stop smiling.”  

The evening with Gerald Henig is the first in a new Lecture Series sponsored by the Castro Valley Arts Foundation. For tickets:  cvartsfoundation.org or call 510-889-8961. Free Parking. Handicap accommodations. 19501 Redwood Road.