Richard J. Goodrich (Ph.D., University of St Andrews) is an author and historian. After twenty years as a history professor in Britain and the United States, Richard resigned his teaching post to pursue a full-time writing career. His interests range from Ancient History (the Roman Empire and early Church history) to the modern age.
He is the author of Comet Madness: How the 1910 Return of Halley's Comet (Almost) Destroyed Civilization (Prometheus/Rowman and Littlefield, 2023) and L.A. Birdmen (Prometheus/Rowman and Littfield), which is now available from a fine bookstore near you.
Public Speaking
Richard is an engaging and entertaining speaker. He is currently offering lectures (both in-person and over Zoom) about the 1910 return of Halley's Comet (Fear and Loathing in the Heavens) and early aviation (Lighter-than-Air).
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Newsletter
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Contact Information
Richard welcomes email from readers and users of this site. Send your queries and comments to: rjgoodrichwrite@gmail.com
Social Media
Bluesky: @rjgoodrich.bsky.social
Representation
Richard is represented by Jane Dystel of Dystel, Goderich & Bourret. Please direct all inquiries about book and film rights to Jane.