Man and woman in safari dress in a cage with lions

Echoes from the Roar: When Silent Serials Met Silver Dollar Tabor at Selig Polyscope

Posted on 01/14/2026 by Rebecca Rosenberg

The flickering magic of early cinema was a world unto itself—a nascent art form bursting with innovation, daring feats, and a raw, untamed energy that captivated audiences worldwide. For those of us drawn to the untold stories of the past, like the one I explore in my historical novel, Silver Echoes, looking back at this era isn’t just a historical curiosity; it’s a profound connection to the grit and determination of my protagonist, Silver Dollar Tabor.

A lighted marquee frames an old postcard showing the campus of Selig Polyscope Studios

Selig Polyscope: Lights, Camera, Tigers!

Posted on 05/28/2025 by Rebecca Rosenberg

Imagine a time when movies were a brand-new, thrilling spectacle. A time when exotic animals roamed film sets, and adventure unfolded in real-time. That’s the world of Selig Polyscope, a pioneering film studio that stamped its mark on early Hollywood, and it’s a world I’ve woven into the very fabric of Silver Echoes.

Selig Polyscope, founded by William Selig, wasn’t just a movie studio; it was a menagerie, a zoo, and a living, breathing adventure. They were famous for their serial, The Adventures of Kathlyn, a 1913 epic that captivated audiences with its daring heroine and jaw-dropping use of real animals. Continue Reading →

Silver Screen Cowboy: Tom Mix, Selig Polyscope, and the Rise of the Western

Posted on 04/11/2025 by Rebecca Rosenberg

In Silver Echoes, Silver Dollar Tabor performs a crazy stunt to land in silver screen cowboy Tom Mix’s arms at the Selig Polyscope studio party.

In the early days of filmmaking, the Western genre was galloping its way into popularity. One of its most charismatic stars was Tom Mix. With his dazzling smile, fancy cowboy outfits, and thrilling stunts, he captivated audiences seeking adventure and excitement.

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