Author Thomas W. Matteo, EdD, is Staten Island's official historian. He has written six books and over 200 articles on Staten Island history. He has also appeared on several TV shows including Chan...view moreAuthor Thomas W. Matteo, EdD, is Staten Island's official historian. He has written six books and over 200 articles on Staten Island history. He has also appeared on several TV shows including Channel 13's A Walk Around Staten Island and Channel 25's Secrets of New York. Author Margaret Lundrigan, PsyD, is a lifelong lover of Staten Island history and has written seven books on Staten Island.view less