PRINCETON, NJ Restaurant Dining Guide Announcement

'Legendary Locals of Princeton' by Local Author Robert D. Smith tobe Released February 2014

A new local history book reveals the intriguing characters and everyday citizens who have made Princeton’s history legendary. Legendary Locals of Princeton shares the stories of unique individuals and groups, past and present, who have had a lasting impact on the community throughout its history.

Vintage images coupled with facts and anecdotes culled by local author Richard D. Smith reveal the fascinating history of legendary locals in Princeton. Smith acknowledges the impossibile task of including everyone worthy of being included in the book. ”Like a coach with a deep bench, the problem was not finding players, but deciding who to put on the field,” Smith said.

The book covers includes the town’s famous like Blues Traveler, Christopher Reeve, Peter Benchley creator of Jaws and George Gallup Sr. who is credited for creating modern day opinion polling. Lesser known individuals or also featured like country store owner Mary Watts and mayor and unabashed cancer battler Barbara Boggs Sigmund.

 Locals are familiar with Albert Einstein’s legendary status but the book reveals hidden history like the touching story of a handmade telescope that was given to Einstein as one of his last birthday presents; his humble response to the giver – “I envy you. I’ve never been good with my hands.”

Smith is excited to share the new book with locals. “There are many Princeton personalities worthy of local lore. The stories are occasionally amusing and frequently moving,” he said.

The book will be available at area bookstores, independent retailers, online retailer, and through the publisher at www.legendarylocals.com or (888)-313-2665.