The Book of Peter … A Love Story
by Elaine Eschenbacher with Nan Skelton
This is the book of Peter Leach, potter, photographer, and legend in his spare time. Through words and photographs, The Book of Peter is a life story and a manual for living well with enthusiasm, creativity, and a generous spirit.
Book Launch Event
Visit with friends and get your copy of “The Book of Peter … A Love Story” at the book launch event.
Date: Sunday, April 27
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Place: Lexington Park, 2131 Lexington Ave N, Roseville, MN.
RSVP: elaine.eschenbacher@gmail.com
If you can’t attend the book launch event but would like to purchase a copy of “The Book of Peter … A Love Story” you can do so at the Blurb online bookstore.
The process of writing this book was a year-long adventure of discovery. On one hand, it completes the memoir that Peter wasn’t able to finish before he died. By consulting his notes and following his intentions, we took cues from Peter as we put it together. On the other hand, only Peter could write the memoir he had planned, and to try to emulate his style would be foolish. In the end we believe the book captures his essence and offers his lessons for living a creative life.
As we gathered stories for this book, we discovered untold tales and secrets that would likely have been lost to history if we hadn’t taken on this project. Years after his passing Peter continues to surprise and delight. These quirky discoveries are in the book, you can read them for yourself.
“Peter Leach embodied creativity. He loved the playful process of creating, and once an idea took root in his imagination, little could keep him from making it happen. Whether it was pottery, photography, an elaborate prank, or a simple haiku, creativity was a bone-deep driver that fueled how he lived and loved.”
Elaine Eschenbacher 