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Author Of New Book On The Castle To Visit

Author Errol Magidson will present a program about the history of the Givens Castle in Beverly on Sunday.

CHICAGO, IL - There's a new book out about the most recognizable landmark in Beverly, and the author will be in town this weekend to discuss it and sign copies.

Errol Magidson will present a program on the history of the Castle and its five keepers, and will sell and sign copies of his book, “Chicago’s Only Castle: The History of Givens Irish Castle and its Keepers,” from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 12 at the Givens Castle, 10244 S. Longwood Dr. The building is now home to the Beverly Unitarian Church.

Magidson's book is a follow up to his 2011 documentary with the same name, according to an article published by the Beverly Area Planning Association's The Villager.

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The book contains nearly 300 pages and more than 400 images. It covers the entire 130-year history of the structure.

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