Echos of a Colonial Past

Linda Berg spent more than four decades as a professor of Economics and Marketing, where she became known for her ability to turn research into engaging, accessible learning. Her career was shaped by a deep curiosity and a commitment to understanding what her students needed, which naturally evolved into a writing style centered on clarity, connection, and storytelling.

After moving into Madam 260, a home with more than 250 years of history, she became captivated by the stories held within its walls. What began as a desire to understand the house's past grew into a deeper exploration of the people who lived there from the seventeenth through the twentieth century. Her research expanded beyond the structure itself to the community that shaped it — their resilience, their successes, and the history that bound them together. Through this journey, she sought to give the home a soul and preserve the legacy of those who came before.

Acknowledgement must also include Christian Berg, the illustrator whose artwork brings the book's imagery to life. His visual interpretations often pushed her research in new and unexpected directions, enriching the story in ways she hadn't anticipated. A talented multimedia artist and a dedicated registered nurse, he prefers to keep the spotlight on the work itself — but his creative influence is woven throughout these pages.