Fort Jackson - by David Galassie (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.2 Inches (H) x 6.5 Inch (W) x .3 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: David GalassieAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & LocalLanguage: English Book Synopsis Fort Jackson is a sprawling military base east of Columbia, South Carolina. With the impending entry of America into World War I, city fathers recognized the country's need for military training camps and made a successful proposal to the US Army for cons
Catching Yellowstone's Wild Trout - by Chris Hunt (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inch (W) x .5 Inch (D)Weight: .85 PoundsNumber of Pages: 160Genre: TravelSub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History PressAuthor: Chris HuntAge Range: AdultBook theme: WestLanguage: English Book Synopsis Fly-fishing has its sacred waters the world over. Yellowstone National Park claims some of the craft's most storied destinations. Casting in the Firehole River is like going back in time to when bison roamed nearly every meadow in the West. Restored to th
The Authentic History of Cincinnati Chili - by Dann Woellert (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 6 Inch (W) x .6 Inch (D)Weight: .65 PoundsNumber of Pages: 174Genre: Cooking + Food + WineSub-Genre: Regional & EthnicFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History Press (SC)Author: Dann WoellertAge Range: AdultBook theme: AmericanLanguage: English Book Synopsis Cincinnati chili is its own special creation with a unique flavor and style. Uncover the essential parlors originating and serving this unique Cincinnati specialty in this thorough history of its roots and restaurants.Cincinnati is ce
Camarillo State Hospital - (Images of America (Arcadia Publishing)) by Evelyn S Taylor & Mary E Holt (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.4 Inch (W) x .3 Inch (D)Weight: .65 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesSeries Title: Images of America (Arcadia Publishing)Format: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Evelyn S Taylor & Mary E HoltAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & Local, West (AK, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NV, UT, WY)Language: English About the Book History of the Camarillo State Hospital, Camarillo, California, opened in 1936, and closed in 1997; facilities became part of California State University, Channel Islands. Book Synopsis Camarillo State Hospital, affectionately known as "Cam," officially opened its doors in 1936, during a time when the California State Commission in Lunacy oversaw the treatment and care of those deemed mentally ill. A pioneering research institution in autism and schizophrenia, Cam achieved notoriety as one of two state institutions that accommodated children and as the first state hospital to receive certification for treatment of the developmentally disabled. Although it was an independent body, retaining its own dairy, farm, residences, and even a bowling alley, Cam also developed creative relationships with volunteers, educators, and businesspeople for the betterment of its patients. "Enhancing Innovation Through Independence" became Cam's final ambition and, in the end, its ultimate achievement.
North Carolina Unionists and the Fight Over Secession - by Steve M Miller (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 6 Inch (W) x .5 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 144Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History PressAuthor: Steve M MillerAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & LocalLanguage: English Book Synopsis Before the Civil War, North Carolina was divided by the battle over secession. Some state leaders remained loyal to the Union because they saw the potential for compromise with Northern states. William Alexander Graham helped broker the Compromise of 1850. John Motley Morehead and Jonathan Worth led the campaign against secession in early 1861. Most continued to serve their state under the Confederacy. Although Zebulon B. Vance opposed secession, he served in the Confederate army and as governor of the state during the Civil War. Historian and author Steve M. Miller tells the story of the Tar Heel Unionists who bravely fought to steer their state away from the disastrous future they foresaw. Review Quotes "North Carolina Unionists draws sensible conclusions from the evidence it uses and Miller's writing style is very accessible. Readers looking for a basic overview of the principal events that lead up to the Civil War, particularly from North Carolina's perspective, will find Miller's book useful and instructive." Civil War Monitor "Unraveling the history of those who saw the potential for compromise with the North against those opposed to the idea of continuing unification is no small task. But in concise, accessible and well-researched prose, Miller walks us through the crisis leading to the 1861 division and a separationist conviction that would linger even after the war's denouement. Indeed, one of Miller's gifts is exploring a pro-Union attitude as he documents history: "Secession and all it carried with it, including war and an uncertain future for North Carolina and the South, was a hard and painful reality of the state's Unionists. They had fought, some since the 1830s, to see that disputes, disagreements, feuds and outright hatred toward the North did not turn into disunion and sectional violence. In the end, disunion was a train that could not be stopped, until it finally derailed in 1865." Watauga Democrat "
Southern California Road Racing - (Images of America) by Tony Baker (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.4 Inch (W) x .2 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: Sports + RecreationSub-Genre: Motor SportsSeries Title: Images of AmericaFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Tony BakerAge Range: AdultLanguage: English About the Book "In California, the popularity of all kinds of motor sports reached its peak in the mid-20th century. None was more exotic or glamorous than the type commonly called road racing. Southern California Road Racing is a collection of historic photographs that depicts all the action and excitement of the golden age of motor sports. The images in this book will take you back to the days when the best cars Europe had to offer competed with homebuilt specials over world-famous road courses like Laguna Seca, Willow, Glen Helen, and Riverside International, plus show all the cars and people that made it happen." Book Synopsis In California, the popularity of all kinds of motor sports reached its peak in the mid-20th century. None was more exotic or glamorous than the type commonly called road racing. Southern California Road Racing is a collection of historic photographs that depicts all the action and excitement of the golden age of motor sports. The images in this book will take you back to the days when the best cars Europe had to offer competed with homebuilt specials over world-famous road courses like Laguna Seca, Willow, Glen Helen, and Riverside International, plus show all the cars and people that made it happen.
Ghosts andLegends of Michigin's West Coast - by Amberrose Hammond (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.8 Inches (H) x 6 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .4 PoundsNumber of Pages: 125Genre: Body + Mind + SpiritFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History Press (SC)Author: Amberrose HammondAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis A collection of chilling tales from the most haunted places in Western Michigan.Western Michigan is home to some of the state's most picturesque places - and also some of its most chilling tales. Ghost story researcher and enthusiast
St. Joseph and Benton Harbor - by Elaine Cotsirilos Thomopoulos (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.4 Inches (H) x 6.36 Inch (W) x .36 Inch (D)Weight: .65 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Elaine Cotsirilos ThomopoulosAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis Through more than 200 photographs, this book documents St. Joseph's and Benton Harbor's development from the time when pioneers first struggled to create a community in the wilderness.Two distinct communities which share equally vibra
A History of College Football in Georgia - (Sports History) by Jon Nelson (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inch (W) x .6 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 188Genre: Sports + RecreationSub-Genre: HistorySeries Title: Sports HistoryFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History PressAuthor: Jon NelsonAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis When teams meet on football fields across Georgia, it's more than a game--it's a battle for bragging rights and dominance in a state that prizes football above all other sports. Join seasoned Georgia sports journalist Jon Nelson as he tracks the history of college football statewide. Whether it's Georgia Southern's glory days with legendary coach Erk Russell, the bitter rivalry between Georgia Tech and the University of Georgia, the Mercer College team's historic beginnings or Shorter University's up-and-coming program, every team in Georgia makes the cut in this hard-hitting history. Enhanced by an appendix with each school's records, championship statistics and coaching accomplishments, this is a book no Peach State football fan can do without.
Legends, Lore & True Tales of the Chattahoochee - by Michelle Smith (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 6 Inch (W) x .6 Inch (D)Weight: .65 PoundsNumber of Pages: 156Genre: HistoryFormat: PaperbackPublisher: ARCADIA PUB (SC)Author: Michelle SmithAge Range: AdultLanguage: English
Huntington - by Don Daniel McMillian (Paperback)
Number of Pages: 128Genre: HistoryFormat: PaperbackPublisher: ARCADIA PUB (SC)Author: Don Daniel McMillianAge Range: AdultLanguage: English
Churchill Downs: America's Most Historic Racetrack - by Kimberly Gatto (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inch (W) x .5 Inch (D)Weight: .6 PoundsNumber of Pages: 544Genre: HistoryFormat: PaperbackPublisher: ARCADIA PUB (SC)Author: Kimberly GattoAge Range: Adult
Seattle's Coal Legacy - by John M Goodfellow (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.2 Inches (H) x 6.4 Inch (W) x .5 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: John M GoodfellowAge Range: AdultBook theme: Pacific Northwest (OR, WA), State & LocalLanguage: English About the Book "In the 1880s, Seattle became a major coal port in the United States. By 1908, Puget Sound was the third-largest coal port, after New York and Baltimore. For Seattle, the major coal mines were in Issaquah, New Castle, Renton, and Black Diamond, with many other smaller mines throughout King County. Until the petroleum revolution, Seattle exported most of its coal to San Francisco. Because of coal, Seattle became a center for skilled engineers, machinists, and miners for the maritime, manufacturing, mining, and railroad industries, differentiating itself from other lumber towns on Puget Sound. Seattle's Coal Legacy is the story of a frontier town going through an industrial revolution in its own time. The skills and knowledge developed during the coal era--engineering, finance, transportation, manufacturing, etc.--made Seattle the major city it is today."-- Provided by publisher. Book Synopsis In the 1880s, Seattle became a major coal port in the United States. By 1908, Puget Sound was the third-largest coal port, after New York and Baltimore. For Seattle, the major coal mines were in Issaquah, New Castle, Renton, and Black Diamond, with many other smaller mines throughout King County. Until the petroleum revolution, Seattle exported most of its coal to San Francisco. Because of coal, Seattle became a center for skilled engineers, machinists, and miners for the maritime, manufacturing, mining, and railroad industries, differentiating itself from other lumber towns on Puget Sound. Seattle's Coal Legacy is the story of a frontier town going through an industrial revolution in its own time. The skills and knowledge developed during the coal era-engineering, finance, transportation, manufacturing, etc.-made Seattle the major city it is today.
Maple Sugaring in New Hampshire - by Barbara Mills Lassonde (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.16 Inches (H) x 6.54 Inch (W) x .32 Inch (D)Weight: .65 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Barbara Mills LassondeAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis Maple Sugaring in New Hampshire is a photographic history depicting the process, equipment, structures, and social aspects of maple sugaring from the 1700s to the present day. Maple products are made almost exclusively in the northeastern United States an
Gold Rush Ghosts of Placerville, Coloma & Georgetown - (Haunted America) by Linda J Bottjer (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.92 Inches (H) x 6.06 Inch (W) x .46 Inch (D)Weight: .66 PoundsNumber of Pages: 174Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesSeries Title: Haunted AmericaFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History Press (SC)Author: Linda J BottjerAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & Local, West (AK, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NV, UT, WY)Language: English Book Synopsis Fueled by the dream to strike it rich, prospectors flocked to California during the gold rush. Yet the harsh lifestyle and backbreaking work led many to early graves. Join author Linda Bottjer on a tour through Gold Country's most chilling--and true--haun
Creating the Black Utopia of Buxton, Iowa - (American Heritage) by Rachelle Chase (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 6 Inch (W) x .6 Inch (D)Weight: .65 PoundsNumber of Pages: 176Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesSeries Title: American HeritageFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History PressAuthor: Rachelle ChaseAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & LocalLanguage: English About the Book Some have called Buxton a Black Utopia. In the town of five thousand residents, established in 1900, African Americans and Caucasians lived worked and attended school together. It was a thriving, one-of-a-kind coal mining town created by the Consolidation Coal Company. This inclusive approach provided opportunity for its residents. Dr. E.A. Carter was the first African American to get a medical degree from the University of Iowa in 1907. He returned to Buxton and was hired by the coal company, where he treated both black and white patients. Attorney George Woodson ran for file clerk in the Iowa Senate for the Republican Party in 1898, losing to a white man by one vote. Author Rachelle Chase details the amazing events that created this unique community and what made it disappear. -- Book Synopsis Some have called Buxton a Black Utopia. In the town of five thousand residents, established in 1900, African Americans and Caucasians lived, worked and attended school together. It was a thriving, one-of-a-kind coal mining town created by the Consolida Review Quotes "Rachelle Chase has elevated herself into a position of deep knowledge and understanding of a great American story, the legacy of Buxton, Iowa. Her unparalleled research and imagery of this incredible time is captured, including how events developed towards the magic of Buxton." John Busbee, The Culture Buzz "Rachelle Chase provides a historical overview of one of America's most enlightened Black-dominated communities, Buxton, Iowa, located in the coal-mining county of Monroe. This racially progressive town of more than 6,000 residents claimed a black YMCA, black baseball team, and black physician. Although a company town, controlled by an affiliate of the Chicago & North Western Railway, and lasting for only several decades, Buxton gave blacks personal advantages in the Age of Jim Crow. Extensively researched and pleasantly written, Chase covers all facets of daily life. Rare photographs augment her coverage of this unique Hawkeye State place." H. Roger Grant, professor of history, Clemson University, and author of The North Western: A History of the Chicago & North Western Railway System
Murder & Mayhem in Portland, Oregon - by J D Chandler (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9 Inches (H) x 6.1 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .5 PoundsNumber of Pages: 127Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History Press (SC)Author: J D ChandlerAge Range: AdultBook theme: Pacific Northwest (OR, WA), State & LocalLanguage: English Book Synopsis The headlines shook Portland, Oregon. The brutal Ardenwald axe murders. The retribution killings by Chinatown tongs. The fiendish acts of the Dark Strangler. In this compelling account, author JD Chandler chronicles the coverups, the false confessions, the miscarriages of justice and the investigative twists and turns of Portland's infamous crimes while providing valuable historical perspective. From the untimely end of the Black Mackintosh Bandit to the convoluted hunt for the Milwaukie Monster, join Chandler as he unveils the shadowy heart of the city, acknowledges the officers who sought justice and remembers the individuals whose lives were claimed by violence.
Texas Zeke and the Longhorn - by David Davis (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.5 Inches (H) x 11.02 Inch (W) x .09 Inch (D)Weight: .31 PoundsNumber of Pages: 36Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: WesternsFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Pelican Publishing CompanyAuthor: David DavisAge Range: 4-8 YearsLanguage: English About the Book The author of the award-winning "Ten Redneck Babies" is back. Trying to get home for dinner, Texas cowboy Zeke must first convince his newly purchased steer to go into the corral. But it's not as easy as he thinks. Full color. Book Synopsis This retelling of the English folktale "The Old Woman and Her Pig" features a Texas cowboy and an ornery Longhorn. A whole chain of events must be set into motion before Zeke can get home for a big bowl of chili.
Hidden History of Portland, Oregon - (Hidden History Of...) by Jd Chandler (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 6 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .9 PoundsNumber of Pages: 188Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesSeries Title: Hidden History Of...Format: PaperbackPublisher: History Press (SC)Author: Jd ChandlerAge Range: AdultBook theme: Pacific Northwest (OR, WA), State & LocalLanguage: English About the Book "A collection of vignettes about lesser-known events and individuals from Portland, Oregon, history"-- Book Synopsis In this engaging narrative, author JD Chandler crafts a people's history of Portland, Oregon, sharing the lesser-known stories of individuals who stood against the tide and fought for liberty and representation: C.E.S. Wood, who documented the conflict be
Fort Worth - by Dawn Youngblood Phd (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.5 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Dawn Youngblood PhdAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & Local, Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX)Language: English Book Synopsis Fort Worth exudes a vivacious Western spirit founded upon a rich history. In 1849, four years after the Republic of Texas became the 28th state, the Army built a fort to keep native tribes west of the Trinity. That fort grew into a focal stop on the Chish
De Smet - by Laura Ingalls Wilder Memorial Society (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.5 Inch (W) x .5 Inch (D)Weight: .61 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Laura Ingalls Wilder Memorial SocietyAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis Hordes of pioneers moved west at a time when Dakota Territory was still unsettled. When the railroad came to town, this land of opportunity soon became a small town called De Smet. Through the years, muddy streets and wooden shacks were replaced with brick and mortar, and the little town grew into a county seat. The hallmark of De Smet comes from the pen of Laura Ingalls Wilder, when she wrote five of her Little House books set in the community. Ensuing years saw the demolition of several of De Smet's heritage buildings, but others remain today, and the validity of these structures bring untold numbers to view them. Long-standing traditions, such as Old Settler's Day, have remained within the borders of the community and are still an exciting part of the town's history.
A History of Iowa Wine - by John N Peragine (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .65 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: TechnologySub-Genre: AgricultureFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History PressAuthor: John N PeragineAge Range: AdultBook theme: AgronomyLanguage: English Book Synopsis Iowa has a history with grapevines that goes back more than a century. New York lawyer Hiram Barney obtained a tract of land in southeast Iowa as part of the Half-Breed program following the American Indian Wars and created the White Elk Winery. German settlers in Amana tended community vineyards for communal wines. Before Prohibition, the Council Bluffs Grape Growers Association grew grapes and shipped them eastward by the ton. In the early 1900s, the state was among the nation's top producers of grapes. Pesticides, weather and government subsidies ended the time of the vines of the prairie until their recent return. Author John N. Peragine details the rise, fall and resurgence of the industry in the Hawkeye State.
Mapleton (Paperback) - by April Clawson
Number of Pages: 128Genre: HistoryFormat: PaperbackPublisher: ARCADIA PUB (SC)Author: April ClawsonAge Range: AdultLanguage: English
Detroit Tigers Gone Wild - by George Hunter (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 6 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .65 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: Sports + RecreationSub-Genre: BaseballFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History PressAuthor: George HunterAge Range: AdultBook theme: HistoryLanguage: English Book Synopsis The Detroit Tigers came out of the womb scratching and snarling. Early owner James D. Burns orchestrated the only known arrest of a journalist while covering a game. It's the only Major League franchise to sign a star player out of prison, which happened
Carmel - (Images of America (Arcadia Publishing)) by Terri Horvath (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.26 Inches (H) x 7.02 Inch (W) x .34 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 127Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesSeries Title: Images of America (Arcadia Publishing)Format: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Terri HorvathAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & Local, GeneralLanguage: English Book Synopsis Carmel started as a small trading post and farming community in 1836 but has long been regarded as a gateway to Indiana s capital city. The nickname North Gate of Indianapolis was adopted by Carmel s centennial committee, reflecting the town s appreciation of the big-city association. Carmelites could enjoy the charm of small-town living along with the amenities of a large city the distance of a short train ride. For decades, Carmel remained nearly unchanged from its one-stoplight status. The 1950s marked the start of major changes. Affordable automobiles and better roads helped create the demise of the railroad to Carmel but enhanced the suburb s appeal to families. With the ease of transportation to Indianapolis and a reputation for excellent schools, Carmel began to witness a steady migration of new residents. By 1975, the town had experienced the beginning of a housing boom and increased its size at least tenfold by 2006. As a result, Carmel has a new persona, a city independent of its big sister to the south with its own healthy business environment and cultural attractions."
Red River Floods: Fargo and Moorhead - by Terry L. Shoptaugh (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.5 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .61 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistoryFormat: PaperbackPublisher: ARCADIA PUB (SC)Author: Terry L. ShoptaughAge Range: Adult
Nassau County Police Department - (Images of America) by Jerry Aylward (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.5 Inch (W) x .3 Inch (D)Weight: .6 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesSeries Title: Images of AmericaFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Jerry AylwardAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & Local, Middle Atlantic (DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA)Language: English Book Synopsis The Nassau County Police Department was created in 1925 out of an urgent need for a professional law enforcement agency to provide swift, reliable, and trusted protection for its citizensDuring those unprecedented times, Greater New Y
Around Milton - (Images of America) by Timothy Starr (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.3 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesSeries Title: Images of AmericaFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Timothy StarrAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & Local, Middle Atlantic (DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA)Language: English Book Synopsis The town of Milton, New York, lies near the center of Saratoga County. It is crisscrossed by a series of rivers, which have played an important role in the town's development--most notably, the Kayaderosseras. Milton's only village, Ballston Spa, with the attraction of its rare mineral springs, was once among the country's most popular tourist destinations. One of the largest and most elegant hotels in the world, the Sans Souci, vied with a host of others for the patronage of thousands of travelers who made the pilgrimage each summer to partake in the "healing waters." When the tourist trade faded, it was replaced by a massive expansion of industry that was situated along the town's waterways. Among the most significant of these concerns were the mills of the "Paper Bag King" George West, Isaiah Blood's ax and scythe works, and the mammoth tannery of Samuel Haight. Today, its proximity to the state capital and other cities makes the town an increasingly popular residential area, complemented by a quaint and bustling business district in Ballston Spa.
Puget Sound Whales for Sale - by Sandra Pollard (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 6 Inch (W) x .6 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 192Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History PressAuthor: Sandra PollardAge Range: AdultBook theme: Pacific Northwest (OR, WA), State & LocalLanguage: English Book Synopsis In November 2005, Washington's iconic killer whales, known as Southern Resident orcas, were placed on the endangered species list. It was a victory long overdue for a fragile population of fewer than one hundred whales. Author and certified marine natural Review Quotes "Making liberal use of interviews, correspondence and newspaper accounts, as well as less intensive use of legislative, governmental, and nonprofit records, Pollard constructs an easily digestible narrative for lay individuals curious about the hunting of Puget Sound's Northern and Southern Resident killer whale groups between 1965 and 1976. Puget Sound Whales for Sale significantly succeeds the former (Blackfish) in breadth and depth."Pacific Northwest Quarterly
Mount Rainier National Park - by Donald M. Johnstone (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.5 Inch (W) x .5 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 127Genre: HistoryFormat: PaperbackAuthor: Donald M. JohnstoneAge Range: AdultLanguage: English
Ohio Jazz - by David Meyers & Candice Watkins & Arnett Howard & James Loeffler (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.8 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inch (W) x .6 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 189Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History Press (SC)Author: David Meyers & Candice Watkins & Arnett Howard & James LoefflerAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & LocalLanguage: English Book Synopsis Most jazz historians give short shrift to the Buckeye state, regarding as a go-through rather than a go-to place. However, the fact is jazz has been practiced in Ohio and with a vengeance. For 30 years, these authors have been researching and documenting the history of music, particularly jazz in Ohio. Their 1999 exhibit at the Ohio Historical Society, Jazz Ohio " ran for twelve months before portions of it moved to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The exhibit inspired the book, and much of what you will read here has never been brought together in one place before and it may well change the way you think about jazz. And Ohio."
Iconic Restaurants of Columbia, Missouri - (American Palate) by Kerri Linder (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .6 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesSeries Title: American PalateFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History PressAuthor: Kerri LinderAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & LocalLanguage: English Book Synopsis Columbia's culinary history is chock-full of restaurants that not only satisfied appetites but also provided gathering places to build community. Gentry's Tavern served wild game along the Boonslick Trail. Hungry and broke students could grab a meal on credit from Ralph Morris at the Ever Eat Café during the Depression. During and after World War II, Ambrose's Café required students to give up their seats to men in uniform. Segregation didn't stop Annie Fisher from making her fortune serving her famous beaten biscuits. These stories and more are as rich as the cinnamon rolls served at Breischs. Join Columbia native Kerri Linder as she shares the stories and memories wrapped around the food of Columbia's iconic restaurants.
Shipwrecks of the California Coast: - (Disaster) by Michael D White (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 6 Inch (W) x .6 Inch (D)Weight: .65 PoundsNumber of Pages: 176Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesSeries Title: DisasterFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History Press (SC)Author: Michael D WhiteAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & Local, West (AK, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NV, UT, WY)Language: English Book Synopsis More than two thousand ships have been lost along California's 840 miles of coastline--Spanish galleons, passenger liners, freighters, schooners. Some tragedies are marking points in U.S. maritime history. The City of Rio de Janeiro," bound from Hong Kong to San Francisco in 1901, sliced the fog only to strike a rock and sink in twenty minutes, sending 128 passengers to watery graves. Seven U.S. Navy destroyers, bound on a fateful 1923 night from San Francisco to San Diego, crashed into the rocks at Honda Point on the treacherous Santa Barbara County coast, killing 23 sailors in one of the military's worst peacetime losses. Join author Michael D. White as he navigates the shoals of shipping mishaps with both salvage stories and elegies to the departed."
Irish Arizona - by Janice Ryan Bryson (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.5 Inch (W) x .5 Inch (D)Weight: .85 PoundsNumber of Pages: 127Genre: HistoryFormat: PaperbackPublisher: ARCADIA PUB (SC)Author: Janice Ryan BrysonAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis The Irish greatly contributed to the creation of the territory and state of Arizona due to their enterprising personalities and persistence in a difficult environment. The first documented Irishman in Arizona was Hugo O Conor, who established the Presidio of Tucson for the Spanish government in 1775. Sheriff Bucky O Neal of Yavapai County and the Brophy and Riordan families left their mark on Arizona s landscape as well as the Irish-born Sisters of Mercy, who established St. Joseph s Hospital in Phoenix. This photographic history identifies famous and lesser-known Arizona settlers who were ranchers, merchants, miners, lawmen, explorers, soldiers, and healers. Irish Arizona offers a unique perspective on an ethnic group not typically associated with the American Southwest."
Minidoka National Historic Site - by Hanako B. Wakatsuki-Chong (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.3 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Hanako B. Wakatsuki-ChongAge Range: AdultLanguage: English About the Book "In the vast sagebrush desert of Southern Idaho, Minidoka War Relocation Center had a short-lived and painful existence. The wartime operation incarcerated over 13,000 American citizens and legal resident aliens of Japanese ancestry from August 1942 to October 1945. They were forcibly removed from their homes along the West Coast--primarily from Washington, Oregon, and Alaska--as a result of Executive Order 9066, signed by President Roosevelt on February 19, 1942. Their only crime was looking like the enemy. For three years, the men, women, and children endured uncertainty, created community, and demonstrated resilience, creativity, and patriotism. Today, Minidoka National Historic Site protects the legacy of the incarceration history and its important lessons in civil liberties."--Amazon.com. Book Synopsis In the vast sagebrush desert of Southern Idaho, Minidoka War Relocation Center had a short-lived and painful existence. The wartime operation incarcerated over 13,000 American citizens and legal resident aliens of Japanese ancestry from August 1942 to Oct
South Windsor - by Claire Lobdell (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.2 Inches (H) x 6.6 Inch (W) x .3 Inch (D)Weight: .6 PoundsNumber of Pages: 288Genre: HistoryFormat: PaperbackPublisher: ARCADIA PUB (SC)Author: Claire LobdellAge Range: Adult
Cortland - by Mary Ann Kane (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.5 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 127Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Mary Ann KaneAge Range: AdultLanguage: English About the Book When Cortland was incorporated as a village in 1853, its population was mainly transplanted New Englanders and Irish immigrants, and it encompassed territory 1 mile from east to west. By 1871, two rail lines crossed the village, and their cargos of coal encouraged the development of industries, particularly carriages and sleighs. The 1890s brought Cortland's first urban renewal with industrialists replacing wooden mansions with ones of brick, stone, and Queen Anne designs. The 20th century opened with full employment in industries that not only served the country but also the world. This encouraged Italians, Ukrainians, and Lebanese to settle in Cortland and share their heritage. Photographs from the archives of the Cortland County Historical Society illustrate how life was lived in Cortland before the 21st century. Book Synopsis When Cortland was incorporated as a village in 1853, its population was mainly transplanted New Englanders and Irish immigrants, and it encompassed territory 1 mile from east to west. By 1871, two rail lines crossed the village, and their cargos of coal encouraged the development of industries, particularly carriages and sleighs. The 1890s brought Cortland s first urban renewal with industrialists replacing wooden mansions with ones of brick, stone, and Queen Anne designs. The 20th century opened with full employment in industries that not only served the country but also the world. This encouraged Italians, Ukrainians, and Lebanese to settle in Cortland and share their heritage. Photographs from the archives of the Cortland County Historical Society illustrate how life was lived in Cortland before the 21st century."
Building Moonships - (Images of America (Arcadia Publishing)) by Joshua Stoff (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.28 Inches (H) x 6.48 Inch (W) x .36 Inch (D)Weight: .66 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesSeries Title: Images of America (Arcadia Publishing)Format: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Joshua StoffAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & Local, Middle Atlantic (DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA)Language: English Book Synopsis Chronicling the visual history of the design, construction and launch of the lunar module - one of the most historic machines in human history.In 1961, President John F. Kennedy announced his plans for landing a man on the moon by 1970 - despite the fact that the United States had a total of just 15 minutes of spaceflight experience up to that point. With that announcement, the space race had officially begun. In 1962, after a strenuous competition, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) announced that the Grumman Aircraft Engineering Corporation of Bethpage, Long Island, had won the contract to build the lunar module - the spacecraft that would take Americans to the moon. This was the first and only vehicle designed to take humans from one world to another.Although much has been written about the first men to set foot on the moon, those first hesitant steps would not have been possible without the efforts of the designers and technicians assigned to Project Apollo. Building Moonships: The Grumman Lunar Module tells the story of the people who built and tested the lunar modules that were deployed on missions as well as the modules that never saw the light of day.
Fort Bliss - (Images of America) by John a Hamilton (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.4 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesSeries Title: Images of AmericaFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: John a HamiltonAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & Local, Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX)Language: English Book Synopsis Established as one of many frontier Army posts in 1849 following the Mexican-American War, Fort Bliss, Texas, has endured as an Army installation when most other frontier posts have faded from memory. From a small collection of adobe buildings, it has seen growth, decline, two closures, and ultimately survival as the major Army maneuver post that it is today. The post, named for West Point math prodigy and soldier William Wallace Smith Bliss, has served many roles in America's conflicts and has seen the march of technology in war fighting. Its role today includes training for the Army's only armored division, known as 1st Armored Division; training for major Army air and missile defense forces; serving as a mobilization platform for Army soldiers and civilians to deploy to support America's missions overseas; and testing of major equipment to be adopted for military use.
Oregon Wine - by Scott Stursa (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inch (W) x .3 Inch (D)Weight: .9 PoundsNumber of Pages: 192Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History PressAuthor: Scott StursaAge Range: AdultBook theme: Pacific Northwest (OR, WA), State & LocalLanguage: English Book Synopsis The history of winemaking in Oregon is steeped in legends so well known they've become gospel, but reality is even more fascinating. Discover the truth about who opened the state's first commercial winery and the real origin of Willamette Valley's famed P
True Tales of Puget Sound - (American Legends) by Dorothy Wilhelm (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: 1 PoundsNumber of Pages: 160Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesSeries Title: American LegendsFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History PressAuthor: Dorothy WilhelmAge Range: AdultBook theme: Pacific Northwest (OR, WA), State & LocalLanguage: English Book Synopsis From the shores of Gig Harbor to the slopes of Mount Rainier, the towns surrounding Puget Sound all have incredible stories to share. How did Old Fort Nisqually, now perched on a lofty bluff above Tacoma, move twenty-two miles from its original 1843 site
Lost Restaurants of St. Louis - by Ann Lemons Pollack (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inch (W) x .3 Inch (D)Weight: .6 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History PressAuthor: Ann Lemons PollackAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & LocalLanguage: English Book Synopsis St. Louis is a food town, and there are many restaurants that have captured the heart of the city. Some of them are no longer around. Rossino's low ceilings and even lower pipes didn't stop the pizza-hungry residents from crowding in. Jefferson Avenue Boa Review Quotes "While the restaurant scene in St. Louis has certainly grown, blossomed and more than transcended what it was 45 years ago, many old favorites have been lost. But thanks to Ann Lemons Pollack, they are not forgotten. Lemons Pollack turns back time in "Lost Restaurants of St. Louis" (American Palate, $21.99) a collection of more than 50 now-shuttered eateries that had been part of the local culinary landscape once upon a time. Regardless of whether you're a foodie or local history buff, or just wanting to soak up some nostalgia, "Lost Restaurants" serves up a culinary trip back in time as satisfying as comfort food." STL Jewish Light """Few St. Louisans know the history of the St. Louis food scene like local food and travel writer Ann Lemons Pollack. That was certainly true before she embarked on writing her latest book, Lost Restaurants of St. Louis, released in late November. The book is a treasure trove for St. Louis history-lovers, beginning with an extensively researched look at the food served at the 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition - better known as the 1904 World's Fair - hosted in St. Louis. She debunks some myths - hot dogs were not "invented" at the fair, but perhaps found a wide audience there - and charts the various restaurants and cafes that fed eager fairgoers."" Feast Magazine" """Pollack blended her personal memories and experiences with those of others. Mixing in a hearty helping of history, seasoned with information gleaned from a mortuary of menus, which stretched from late 19th-century culinary landmarks such as Tony Faust's Oyster House to mid-century burger dives as Wild's Palace of Poison.The result: a delicious read that leaves one hungry for the past. Thanks to the stories Pollack spins, providing tasting tidbits about landmark establishments as The Pelican, famous for its turtle soup, built by brewer Anton Griesedieck, and legendary restaurateurs as Tony Faust. Lost Restaurants of St. Louis reflects the city's historic diversity with a geographic mix and price points, a nice mix which strikes an appealing balance.""Gazelle Magazine" "Pollack provides a charming, nostalgic and informative tour of St. Louis restaurant history." West End Word
Made in Chicago - (Images of America) by Austin Weber (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.4 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .65 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesSeries Title: Images of AmericaFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Austin WeberAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & LocalLanguage: English Book Synopsis For much of the 20th century, the Chicagoland area was a manufacturing mecca due to its central geographic location and ready access to rail and water transportation. The city and suburbs mass-produced a wide range of products, including appliances, bicyc
Harvey Houses of Arizona - (Landmarks) by Rosa Walston Latimer (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 144Genre: TravelSub-Genre: PictorialsSeries Title: LandmarksFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History PressAuthor: Rosa Walston LatimerAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis Valuing food quality as much as quality service, Harvey Houses changed the culture of western railroad towns. After Fred Harvey's death in 1901, sons Ford and Byron expanded the family business along the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe rail lines. El Tovar
Monterey Peninsula - (Images of America (Arcadia Publishing)) by Kim Coventry (Paperback)
Number of Pages: 128Genre: TravelSeries Title: Images of America (Arcadia Publishing)Format: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Kim CoventryAge Range: AdultBook theme: GeneralLanguage: English Book Synopsis From the building of Hotel Del Monte in 1880 to the completion of the Pacific Coast Highway in 1937, connecting the peninsula to the redwood forests of Big Sur and San Simeon beyond, the history of the Monterey Peninsula is the story of the development of a collection of coastal communities-each with its own unique character. Captured here in over 200 vintage images is the heritage of these seaside communities and their role in the peninsula's history. The Monterey Peninsula is home to some of the most famous (and most photographed) shoreline in the world. Pictured in this book is the peninsula's golden era, explored through images that document the growth of Carmel, Pacific Grove, Monterey, Pebble Beach, Point Lobos, and Big Sur. Here you will find rare photographs of Cannery Row, the mission at Carmel, the bathhouse at Lover's Point, the bridges of the Pacific Coast Highway, the cottages of Carmel, the adobes of Monterey, and the cypress trees of Pebble Beach. Included in these pages are images from the author's collection as well as from the Monterey Public Library and Carmel's Harrison Memorial Library. Many of these have never been published.
Narrative of the Exploring Expedition to the Rocky Mountains in the Year 1842 - (Paperback) - by John Charles Fremont
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.1 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .8 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: GeneralFormat: PaperbackPublisher: America Through TimeAuthor: John Charles FremontAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis "John Charles Frémont--popularly known as "The Pathfinder" during his times--played a major role in opening up the American West to settlement by pioneers. His reliable accounts, including published maps, narrations, and scientific documentations of his expeditions, guided emigrants overland into the West starting in the mid-1840s. Frémont was born illegitimate to a Québécois father and a Virginian mother. Through the lucky circumstance of obtaining highly influential patrons at his parents' adopted home city of Charleston, South Carolina, he was appointed second lieutenant in the United States Topographical Corps and quickly rose within its ranks. Through the influence of his father-in-law, Senator Thomas Hart Benton of Missouri--the powerful chairman of the Senate Committee on Military Affairs--he led his first expedition to the Rocky Mountains in 1842. With his party of 25 men, including Kit Carson, he embarked from the Kansas River on June 15, 1842, followed the Platte River to the South Pass, and starting from Green River he explored the Wind River mountain range. He climbed a 13,745-foot mountain, Frémont's Peak, planted an American flag, and claimed the Rocky Mountains and the West for the United States. His second expedition--the subject of a separate book--succeeded in charting all of the way to California, mapping and confirming the Oregon Trail as the route for pioneers heading toward the West."
New England Neon - by Susan Mara Bregman (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.2 Inches (H) x 7.5 Inch (W) x .3 Inch (D)Weight: .8 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Susan Mara BregmanAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & Local, New England (CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT)Language: English Book Synopsis If you know where to look, you'll find the greatness of the golden age of neon in New England. If you don't, here's your chance!The golden age of neon in New England lasted more than 30 years, from the dark days of the Great Depression through the go-go years of the 1960s, but its spectacular legacy remains. With dozens of original color photographs and informative text, New England Neon takes armchair travelers--and nostalgia lovers--up and down the main streets and back roads of the region, from the shores of Lake Champlain to the tip of Cape Cod. Photographed and written by Susan Mara Bregman, the volume celebrates the style and exuberance of these one-of-a-kind creations in Boston and Brattleboro, Kittery and Cranston, New Haven and Weirs Beach. Evoking an era when New England glowed at night, the book might make you want to go candlepin bowling or grab a hot wiener and a coffee milk. Review Quotes "The neon signs of old, and yes some still exist in this age of LED lights, are celebrated in a very entertaining and informative book called New England Neon. By Photographer and Historical Susan Bregman. From Maine to Cape Cod New England Neon is a photobook memory of iconic Neon Signs with author offering up some great pictures celebrating the fun and attractiveness of neon. " WBZ
Cycling in Chicago - (Images of America) by Chris McAuliffe (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.2 Inches (H) x 6.4 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesSeries Title: Images of AmericaFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Chris McAuliffeAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & LocalLanguage: English Book Synopsis In the late 19th and early 20th century, Chicago was the center of bicycle manufacturing in the United States. As an early industrial and transportation center, two-thirds of all bicycles manufactured in the United States were from Chicago--it was the Detroit of bike manufacturing. For decades, Chicago was also a center for cycling track and road racing. Six-day races drew capacity crowds at the Chicago Stadium, Chicago Coliseum, and International Amphitheatre. Road and track competitions were also held at Sherman Park, the Humboldt Park Velodrome, and on Chicago's famed Magnificent Mile. Today, Chicago is a hub for recreational cyclists. Hundreds of miles of bike lanes, rail to trails, and bike paths, such as the Illinois Prairie Path, the Bloomingdale Trail, Lakefront Path, and the Big Marsh, provide cyclists with numerous recreational and commuting options in a crowded urban environment. Chicago was awarded Bicycling Magazine's Best Bike City of 2016. Review Quotes I really enjoyed Cycling in Chicago. McAuliffe did a great job digging up photos and wrapping them into chapters that cover the history of cycling in the city. If I had one quibble with the book, it would be for more words! I may be a bit biased as a writer, but I like words. I think the chapter intros could have been a bit longer by incorporating info from the captions into more of a narrative. However, the captions are meaty and do a good job of telling the story alongside the photos, so there's certainly not a lack of storytelling. If you are from the Chicago area and like bikes, Cycling in Chicago is probably right up your ... lane. The book is also likely to be of interest to anyone who wants to learn about the history of urban cycling in a city that has seen a rebirth as a cycling hotbed thanks to investment in infrastructure and events to promote the activity. Cyclocross Magazine
Notorious Nashville - (True Crime) by Brian Allison (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inch (W) x .6 Inch (D)Weight: .6 PoundsNumber of Pages: 144Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesSeries Title: True CrimeFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History PressAuthor: Brian AllisonAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & LocalLanguage: English Book Synopsis Many people know Nashville for the bright lights and nonstop music, but it also has a history that doesn't make it into the guidebooks. The first public hanging in the city took place in 1802 when Henry Beeler and Samuel Carman were executed for horse the
Dublin (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.08 Inches (H) x 7.02 Inch (W) x .3 Inch (D)Weight: .69 PoundsGenre: HistoryFormat: PaperbackAuthor: VariousAge Range: AdultLanguage: English
Ghosts of Old Wilmington - by John Hirchak (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.24 Inches (H) x 5.82 Inch (W) x .45 Inch (D)Weight: .46 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: Body + Mind + SpiritFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History Press (SC)Author: John HirchakAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis Rising from the banks of the Cape Fear River like a spectral stage, Wilmington, North Carolina, remains one of America's most haunted cities. Its beautiful homes and tidal waterways belie a history of violence.Wilmington is a true the
Legends and Lore of Sleepy Hollow and the Hudson Valley - by Jonathan Kruk (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inch (W) x .5 Inch (D)Weight: .55 PoundsNumber of Pages: 142Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History Press (SC)Author: Jonathan KrukAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & Local, Middle Atlantic (DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA)Language: English Book Synopsis Local storyteller Jonathan Kruk shares the mysterious lore of the Hudson Valley, best known among them Washington Irving's "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow." The story of Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman is one of America's best kn
California Dreamin' Along Route 66 - (Images of America) by Joe Sonderman (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.4 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .6 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesSeries Title: Images of AmericaFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Joe SondermanAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & Local, West (AK, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NV, UT, WY)Language: English Book Synopsis The California Dream made Route 66 the most famous road in the world. Flappers dreamed of stardom under the bright lights of Hollywood. A wave of families fleeing the Dust Bowl transformed the state during the Great Depression. During World War II, anothe
Surfing in Huntington Beach - (Images of America) by Mark Zambrano (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.5 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesSeries Title: Images of AmericaFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Mark ZambranoAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & Local, West (AK, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NV, UT, WY)Language: English About the Book "Officially known as Surf City USAª, Huntington Beach is a surf town like no other. Ever since Hawaiian transplant George Freeth "walked on water" beside the famous Huntington Beach Pier in 1914, the city has had a storied relationship with surf culture that endures to this day. Combining a rough-and-tumble working-class spirit leftover from the city's epic oil boom with its role as a popular beach resort destination, Huntington Beach has produced some of surfing's most memorable personalities and moments. From legendary surfing heroes to long-standing competitions and titans of industry, these vintage photographs trace the evolution of this once small seaside settlement into a West Coast surf mecca, where surfing truly is a way of life."--Page [4] of cover. Book Synopsis Officially known as Surf City USA(R), Huntington Beach is a surf town like no other. Ever since Hawaiian transplant George Freeth "walked on water" beside the famous Huntington Beach Pier in 1914, the city has had a storied relationship with surf culture
On This Day in Memphis History - by G Wayne Dowdy (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 7 Inches (H) x 5 Inch (W) x .8 Inch (D)Weight: .95 PoundsNumber of Pages: 396Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History Press (SC)Author: G Wayne DowdyAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & LocalLanguage: English Book Synopsis For locals and visitors alike, read about the events that uncover the history behind the legendary Memphis culture, and examine the stories of music, murder, natural disaster and other River City blasts from the past.Far more than blu
Cajun Night Before Christmas - by Trosclair (Hardcover)
Dimensions (Overall): 11 Inches (H) x 8.7 Inch (W) x .5 Inch (D)Weight: 1 PoundsNumber of Pages: 48Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: Holidays & CelebrationsSeries Title: Night Before ChristmasFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Pelican Publishing CompanyAuthor: TrosclairAge Range: 4-8 YearsBook theme: Christmas & AdventLanguage: English Book Synopsis The Cajun Night Before Christmas(R) has been a part of Louisiana's holiday traditions since it was first published. Now, more than forty-five years later, a new generation is discovering the charm of Gaston(R) the Green-Nosed Alligator. First conceived by J.B. Kling, Jr. writing as 'Trosclair', the CLIO award-winning sales jingle for the Bergeron Plymouth Company in New Orleans was based on the Clement Moore poem. The exclusive rights were purchased by Pelican Publishing Company and the illustrations of then fledgling artist James Rice brought the story to life. Beloved master storyteller Coleen Salley narrated the read-along CD. Radio personality and voice talent Tommy Joe Breaux became the voice behind the recordings at City Park and on the audio version of the adventures of Gaston(R). The book also created what has become the largest segment at Pelican Publishing--the children's book division.With the passing of publisher Dr. Milburn Calhoun and his wife Nancy Calhoun, illustrator James Rice, and the loss of Colleen Salley, the people behind the creation of the story are mostly gone. What remains is a long legacy of delight. Each year at the Celebration in the Oaks light show featuring the classic cabin from the story, dedicated staff from Pelican Publishing collect memories of attendees as they flow through the premiere preview parties. From now grown children who remember it as the first Louisiana tale they ever heard to young parents who laugh about a non-Louisiana spouse reading it to their children in full-blown Cajun accent, the book is universally loved and remembered. Teachers talk about how they use it in the classroom, business people mention they send it to out of state clients, and children laugh as they try to mimic the dialect that has all but disappeared from everyday life. The classic tale has been interpreted in gingerbread houses in competitions as far away as California and in cakes at the Edible Book competition at NOMA in New Orleans. For years, the miniature book ornaments have appeared on Christmas trees across the country as a reminder of a faraway Louisiana home. Even the New York Times praised the lilt, the humor, and the rough-hewn drawings of the Cajun tale. At Pelican Publishing, a huge portrait of Gaston(R) and his bearded friend hangs in the boardroom watching over each new author and illustrator that joins the family.
Abandoned Miami : No Trespassing - (Abandoned) by Tanya Velazco (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.4 Inch (W) x .3 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 96Genre: Photography, HistorySub-Genre: Subjects & Themes, United StatesSeries Title: AbandonedFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia PubAuthor: Tanya VelazcoAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & Local, HistoricalLanguage: EnglishPeople associate Miami with sun and beaches, but there also exist dark corners that only a certain few will wander to. Abandoned Miami delves into the art of urban exploration, a dangerous hobby which seeks to explore the richness of history within the forgotten spaces of cities. Many places get bulldozed shortly after abandonment and urban explorers try to capture the essence of these places before they are never seen again. From a forgotten rocket which never made it to the moon, to a castle with a sealed fate, Abandoned Miami will take you into the lost places of Miami's past. Between photos, historical facts, and personal perspective, Tanya Velazco tries to blend her real-life experiences with the stories of these locations in order to give a wider view of what these places were before. This book will show you places in Miami you never knew existed.
Lawrence Township Revisited - (Images of America) by Lawrence Historical Society (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.4 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesSeries Title: Images of AmericaFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Author: Lawrence Historical SocietyAge Range: AdultBook theme: State & Local, Middle Atlantic (DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA)Language: English About the Book Founded in 1697 as Maidenhead, the Township of Lawrence was renamed in 1816 in honor of naval hero Capt. James Lawrence, who commanded the frigate Chesapeake during the War of 1812. Situated in the heart of Mercer County, the township has served as a stopping point along several transportation routes, including road, rail, and canal, linking New York and Philadelphia. During the 1800s, the town saw the construction of the Delaware and Raritan Canal and two railways, including the Camden & Amboy Railroad, within its borders. Once an agricultural town, Lawrence grew during the 20th century from a village of about 1,000 residents to a thriving suburb of the state capital with a population of almost 30,000. Along the way, the township became the home of multinational corporations, the Lawrenceville School, and Rider University. The images featured in this book tell the story of how a growing population created a thriving community through educational institutions, religion, social endeavors, and public service.
Mainers in the Civil War - by Harry Gratwick (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .5 PoundsNumber of Pages: 125Genre: HistorySub-Genre: United StatesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: History Press (SC)Author: Harry GratwickAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis Too far north, the great state of Maine did not witness any Civil War battles. However, Mainers contributed to the war in many important ways. From the mainland to the islands, soldiers bravely fought to preserve the United States in all major battles. Me
Boulder City: The Town that Built the Hoover Dam - by Paul W. Papa (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inch (W) x .5 Inch (D)Weight: .9 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: HistoryFormat: PaperbackPublisher: ARCADIA PUB (SC)Author: Paul W. PapaAge Range: Adult
