The University of Arizona and Syracuse University: Both schools’ ROTC programs nominated Colonel Mashbir to the ROTC HALL OF FAME for 2017, for his many contributions to America’s security.
SAN DIEGO JEWISH JOURNAL
highlighted The Emperor and the Spy, with a two page article.
http://sdjewishjournal.com/sdjj/natalie-jacobs/the-antiquarian-and-the-creative-writing/
‘The Emperor and the Spy opens a new window to the first half of the twentieth century. On June 22nd, 2016 the Office of the Japanese Prime Minister sent a delegation of historians, diplomats, military experts, and professors from Japan to America on a goodwill diplomatic/educational tour. They held panel discussions on the rise of international tensions in the Southeast Asian Pacific region, issues involved and possible solutions. The event took place on the campus of the University of San Diego, at the Joan Kroc Institute of Peace and Justice…The Emperor and the Spy honors many Japanese leaders who attempted to prevent World War Two. The author was invited to do a book signing at this gathering, and an inscribed copy of the novel was gifted to the visiting Japanese to present to their Prime Minister upon their return to Japan.
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On February 28th, 2018, the author gave a presentation and discussed the historical research and the process of writing “The Emperor and the Spy” at Canyon Crest Academy, in Carmel Valley, California. The presentation was sponsored by Canyon Crest Academy’s World Affairs Club. Four high school classes were in attendance.
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CARLSBAD CITY LIBRARY:
The Emperor and the Spy, was chosen as their Book of the month with a Presentation and Book signing.
http://www.kpbs.org/events/2016/nov/06/author-talk-stan-katz/?et=69310
BARNES & NOBLE, in the Spirit of Honoring VETERANS DAY WEEKEND: Barnes & Noble offered a Book signing for ”The Emperor and the Spy.” Colonel Mashbir’s Memory lives on, while honoring our MILITARY OF TODAY.
https://stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/9780061828096-0
CAMP PENDLETON MARINE BASE
Presentation given August 3rd, 2016 to a group of young soldiers and their commanding officer. A lively discussion was had about the novel The Emperor and the Spy, and the history behind it.
Presentation to North County Chapter of the SAN DIEGO WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL an educational organization linked to international events.
http://sdwac.org/calendar/beyond-thoughts-an-action-plan-for-a-just-peace-for-palestine-and-israel-2/
Presentation to DEL MAR CALIFORNIA ROTARY CHAPTER
http://portal.clubrunner.ca/4968/Speakers/a8c4ab9c-301f-4cf1-af70-7e5621445bd7
KIRKUS REVIEWS
Featured The Emperor and the Spy in their Kirkus Reviews Sept. 1st, 2016 Issue; this magazine was sent to over 5,200 industry professionals, such as librarians, publishers, and also film and literary agents.
https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/stan-s-katz/the-emperor-and-the-spy/
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On February 28th, 2018, Stan S. Katz gave a presentation and discussed his research and the process of writing “The Emperor and the Spy” at Canyon Crest Academy, in Carmel Valley, California. The discussion of the heroic life of Colonel Sidney Mashbir was sponsored by CCA’s World Affairs Club. Four high school classes were in attendance. The students were quite engaged and asked insightful questions about history.
Below is a link to this event:
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On February 23rd, 2018, Stan S. Katz gave a presentation about Colonel Sidney Mashbir and the novel The Emperor and the Spy, at a luncheon fundraiser for City of Hope Cancer Center and Hospital.