Michael Trinklein

About the Author

Michael Trinklein is a captivating historian and storyteller whose passion for the uncharted territories of American geography shines through in his meticulously researched narratives. With a keen eye for the whimsical and the what-if scenarios of history, he delves into the forgotten proposals and near-misses that shaped the nation's map, blending rigorous scholarship with engaging prose to bring these alternate realities to life. Trinklein's work not only educates but also entertains, inviting readers to ponder the roads not taken in the evolution of the United States. His debut book, An Astounding Atlas of Altered States: The Real Stories of States That Never Came to Be, exemplifies his unique ability to transform arcane historical footnotes into compelling tales of ambition, politics, and geography's capricious twists.