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Patriot on the Kennebec: Major Reuben Colburn, Benedict Arnold and the March to Quebec, 1775 Mark A. York 978.1.60949.500.8 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp * 30 images * $19.99
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In late 1775, a few months after the first shots of the Revolution were fired, Benedict Arnold led more than one thousand troops into Quebec to attack the British there. Departing from Massachusetts, by the time they reached Pittston, Maine, they were in desperate need of supplies and equipment to carry them the rest of the way. Many patriotic Mainers contributed, including Major Reuben Colburn, who constructed a flotilla of bateaux for the weary troops. Despite his service in the Continental army, many blamed Colburn when several of the vessels did not withstand the harsh journey. In this narrative, the roles played by Colburn and his fellow Mainers in Arnold’s march are reexamined and revealed.
Down East Schooners and Shipmasters Ingrid Grenon 978.1.60949.514.5 * 6 x 9 * 144 pp + 8 pp color * 38 images * $19.99
Nothing is more iconic of Maine than the image of a majestic vessel—masts raised—gliding through the fog on the dark North Atlantic. From the early days of the search for a Northwest Passage to the quest for the mysterious and illusive Norumbega, the history of Mount Desert Island, Hancock, Bar Harbor and the rest of the Down East area has always traveled on schooners. Now, in the twenty-first century, these ships and their heritage are being preserved, and Mainers are sailing aboard them once again. In this collection, author Ingrid Grenon presents the most important and incredible stories from the decks of Down East’s schooners, revealing how these remarkable vessels and Down East Maine are tied together.
Stories from the Maine Coast: Skippers, Ships and Storms Harry Gratwick 978.1.60949.249.6 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 60 images * $19.99
The history of Maine has always been inextricably tied to its coastline. The sea first brought settlers, and the rich fishing and shipbuilding industries sustained growth. The Atlantic also connected Mainers to the rest of the world. Goods and ideas traveled the maritime routes that originated in populous Portland and more isolated places like Carver’s Harbor and Deer Isle. From Searsport’s sailing masters to the burning of Royal Tar, author Harry Gratwick relates the adventures of the skippers and their crews. Read about the search for the Smithy Boat and other tales from Maine’s shipping lanes.
Trudy Irene Scee 978.1.60949.337.0 * 6 x 9 * 288 pp * 93 images * $26.99 * hardcover
Shortly after it was created in 1834, the cemetery’s founders reincorporated as the Mount Hope Cemetery Corporation and proceeded to establish a nonsectarian, horticultural-based cemetery. The corporation began to beautify its grounds, creating walkways, gardens, bridges and ponds— making it the second garden cemetery in the United States and earning it a spot on the National Register of Historic Places. From Bangor mayors, Civil War heroes and a United States vice president to lumber barons and gangsters, the cemetery is the resting place of the city’s most colorful and venerable residents. Join historian Trudy Irene Scee as she celebrates this enduring centerpiece of the Bangor community.
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Mount Hope Cemetery of Bangor, Maine: The Complete History
The Battle of Bennington: Soldiers and Civilians Michael P. Gabriel
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978.1.60949.515.2 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 34 images * $19.99
On August 16, 1777, a motley militia won a resounding victory near Bennington, Vermont, against combined German, British and Loyalist forces. This laid the foundation for the American victory at Saratoga two months later. Historian Michael P. Gabriel has collected over fifty firsthand accounts from the people who experienced this engagement, including veterans from both sides and civilians— women and children who witnessed the horrors of the battle. Gabriel also details a virtually unknown skirmish between Americans and Loyalists. These accounts, along with Gabriel’s overviews of the battle, bring to life the terror, fear and uncertainty that caused thousands to flee the British army as loved ones departed to fight for the fledgling United States.
Newburyport and the Civil War William Hallett 978.1.60949.448.3 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 56 images * $19.99
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The sights and sounds of the battlefield did not extend to Newburyport, Massachusetts, during the Civil War, yet it was an all-too-familiar experience for many of its inhabitants. Local author William Hallett describes in thrilling detail the lives and deeds of those from the Clipper City who served both Union and Confederate causes. From the abolitionist preaching of William Lloyd Garrison to the heroism of Albert W. Bartlett, with naval warfare— including the construction of the USS Marblehead—and political intrigue in between, Newburyport left its mark on the Civil War. With stories of valor on both the battlefield and the homefront, Hallett presents the history and legacy of Newburyport in the Civil War.
Railroads of Rhode Island: Shaping the Ocean State’s Railways Frank Heppner
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978.1.60949.333.2 * 6 x 9 * 208 pp * 68 images * $19.99
Dominated by Narragansett Bay, Rhode Island’s scenic coast is paralleled by the tracks of some of the oldest and now fastest railroads in the United States. With determination and ingenuity, early civil engineers overcame barriers such as the Great Swamp, which stretches from Kingston to Westerly. The state’s key position at the intersection of trade routes and between the major population centers of New England also shaped the placement of its railroads, as well as their dynamic character. Tour the state’s historic railways with longtime railfan and railroad historian Frank Heppner. From the Stonington Line to the Boston and Providence Railroad, speed along the pioneer tracks in Rhode Island.
Brown University Baseball: A Legacy of the Game Rick Harris 978.1.60949.501.5 * 6 x 9 * 192 pp * 57 images * $19.99
The Quest for America’s Cup: Sailing to Victory Richard V. Simpson 978.1.60949.634.0 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp + 8pp color * 58 images * $19.99
For over 150 years, the America’s Cup has been the premier prize as yachtsmen have been pitted against sailors from around the world in an effort to win this prestigious race. Author Richard V. Simpson sheds new light on long-forgotten stories of the early quests for the coveted Cup. Among the notable yachtsmen profiled are Sir Thomas Johnstone Lipton, who earned a special award for being the race’s best loser, and Ted Hood, who owned a sail-making company that developed the Dacron cloth from which the twelvemeter sails were cut. This history comes to life with exciting descriptions of the yachts, the races and the colorful personalities of those who longed to capture the greatest prize in yacht racing.
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With one of the earliest forms of the game being played on its Common, Brown baseball helped define a sport and bring it from the glow of the hometown lights into the national limelight. Since baseball became a serious endeavor at Brown University in the late 1860s, the college has sent forty star alumni to the Major Leagues. Historian Rick Harris recalls Chester Nourse, Harry Pattee, Fred Tenney, Adam P. Carroll and other Brown Bear players who found immortality on Adelaide Park’s hallowed grounds. Experience the best of Brown as Harris recounts remarkable records and stories from over one hundred years of Brown University baseball.
Wicked Bridgeport Michael J. Bielawa
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978.1.60949.379.0 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 36 images * $19.99
Beneath the smokestacks of the gritty cityscape of Bridgeport, Connecticut, is the shocking criminal underbelly of this New England community. Sin and vice have long had a home on the shores of Long Island Sound, and Bridgeport’s sinister past is littered with tales of pirates, mobsters, bizarre Victorian murders and even rumors of a doctor’s attempts to reanimate the dead. Historian Michael J. Bielawa investigates such bizarre crimes as the unsolved murder of philanthropist James Beardsley and the grisly discovery in Yellow Mill Pond during the nineteenth century that helped legitimize forensic science. Join Bielawa as he navigates a precarious path through the unforgettably macabre and scandalous misdeeds of Bridgeport.
The Meriden Flint Glass Company: An Abundance of Glass Diane Tobin 978.1.60949.492.6 * 6 x 9 * 192 pp + 8 pp color * 86 images * $19.99
Founded in 1876, the Meriden Flint Glass Company produced internationally renowned glass that adorned ornate lanterns, jewelry boxes, vases and many other intricate pieces. Although it was only in operation for a brief time, the company remains an important landmark in Meriden, Connecticut, as well as in the history of the American glassmaking industry. Author Diane Tobin details the history of the company, drawing on extensive sources ranging from local Meriden papers to the personal diary of the company’s legendary leader, Joseph Bourne. Insights into how the famous glass was made, the role the company played in early labor movements and the growth of Meriden alongside it round out this history of the Meriden Flint Glass Company.
A History of the Connecticut River Wick Griswold 978.1.60949.405.6 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 40 images * $19.99
The Great Escape of Edward Whalley and William Goffe: Smuggled Through Connecticut Christopher Pagliuco 978.1.60949.302.8 * 6 x 9 * 144 pp * 36 images * $19.99
When Puritans Edward Whalley and William Goffe joined the parliamentary army against King Charles I in the English civil wars, they seized an opportunity to overthrow a tyrant. Under their battlefield leadership, the army trounced the Royalist forces and then cut off the king’s head. Yet when the king’s son, Charles II, regained the throne, Whalley and Goffe were forced to flee to the colonies aboard the ship Prudent Mary—never to see their families or England again. Forced to live as fugitives, they struggled to stay a step ahead of searches for their arrest in Boston, New Haven and the outpost of Hadley, Massachusetts. Author Christopher Pagliuco reveals the all-butforgotten stories of these Connecticut heroes.
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Paddle from Enfield Rapids to Long Island Sound and travel down one of America’s most famous waterways—the Connecticut River. Its calm waters conceal an unruly past, where native tribes lost ground to Dutch and English colonists who vied for the river’s immense economic power. The skyline of Hartford looms on the western shore, with the gold dome of the capitol as a remnant of this robust economy centered on world trade. Many have found a deep inspiration along the river, including Lady Fenwick, a local legend; David Bushnell, creator of the first American submarine; and even Albert Einstein, who contemplated the cosmos while relaxing on the riverbanks.
Wicked Mohawk Valley Dennis Webster 978.1.60949.390.5 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 30 images * $19.99
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Would a decorated lawman risk his career for garden-fresh vegetables? What crime family terrorized chickens in two counties? What dastardly murder happened on Potato Hill Road? And why would anyone dare guzzle the “Creeping Death”? Be prepared to have these questions answered, and discover a dossier of some of the most notorious and unbelievable criminal cases in the history of the Mohawk Valley. From bootlegging to brothels to racketeering, local author Dennis Webster has collected the most thrilling stories of deception and mayhem within the Mohawk Valley.
The Hulett Hotel Fire on Lake George George T. Kapusinski 978.1.60949.261.8 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp * 80 images * $19.99
On a clear November day in 1915, the Hulett Hotel on Lake George caught fire and burned to the ground. Quickly rebuilt, the new Hulett became a popular tourist destination. However, after the rebuilding, a mysterious figure claimed that the hotel’s owner, William H. Wyatt, had paid him to start the fire. Almost a century later, an illustration of Abraham Lincoln has been discovered, with pictures taped to its back that vividly capture the events surrounding the fire and the hotel’s reconstruction. George Kapusinski investigates these strange dealings in detail, including the sensational arson trial, new photographic evidence and a 1912 Wyatt hotel fire that occurred in a nearby Vermont town.
The Southampton Cottages of Gin Lane The Original Hamptons Summer Colony Sally Spanburgh 978.1.60949.278.6 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp, full color * 70 images * $21.99
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Founded in 1640 on the eastern end of Long Island, Southampton is New York’s oldest English settlement. In its seaside scenes and structures, it still exudes importance and historicism. Nowhere is this grandeur more evident than in its summer cottages along Gin Lane. Many of these splendid homes have graced the shorelines since the late nineteenth century, hosting such notable families as the Astors, Whitneys and Vanderbilts. They survived Long Island’s devastating hurricane in 1938 and witnessed the ebb and flow of trends in style, culture and design. Local author Sally Spanburgh uses her historical and architectural expertise to tell the stories behind the construction, preservation and lives of these magnificent architectural masterpieces.
The Patriot War Along the New York–Canada Border: Raiders and Rebels Shaun J. McLaughlin
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During the Patriot War, fought between 1837 and 1842, hundreds of men on both sides of the New York–Canadian border took up arms to free Canada from supposed British tyranny. Infused with the Spirit of ’76 and inspired by the recent Texas revolution, they fought bravely in battles, skirmishes and attacks. Many sacrificed their lives, while others became slave laborers of the British in Tasmania. Among their leaders was Bill Johnston, a Thousand Islands smuggler, river pirate and War of 1812 privateer whose cunning was so feared by the British that they called out their military whenever his name made the newspapers. This book recalls the stories, triumphs and sacrifices of the brave on both sides of the border.
New York’s North Country and the Civil War: Soldiers, Civilians and Legacies Dave Shampine 978.1.60949.651.7 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 35 images * $19.99
Although Northern New York did not host any Civil War battles, it did not come out unscathed in the War Between the States. Brave soldiers fought in many major clashes, such as those of Jefferson County’s Thirty-fifth New York Volunteer Regiment. Civilians struggled for the cause in their own way, with many active Underground Railroad stops across the region. The war’s legacy lived on decades beyond the conflict through the many members of the Grand Army of the Republic, Harriet Tubman’s home in Auburn and John Brown’s burial place in North Elba. Author Dave Shampine compiles his most fascinating columns from the Watertown Daily Times to chronicle the role that New York’s North Country played in the Civil War.
New Jersey State Troopers, 1961–2011: Remembering the Fallen Sergeant First Class John E. O’Rourke 978.1.60949.218.2 * 6 x 9 * 192 pp * 80 images * $19.99
North Jersey Legacies: Hidden History from the Gateway to the Skylands Gordon Bond 978.1.60949.556.5 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp * 48 images * $19.99
The crossroads of the Revolution, the laboratory of Thomas Edison, World War I submarines—behind these landmarks of New Jersey history are forgotten stories, nonetheless important. Few may realize the role North Jersey played in the evolution of the railroad industry in the twentieth century or the enormous contribution to civil rights made by Thomas Mundy Peterson of Perth Amboy, who cast the first vote under the Fifteenth Amendment in 1870. How did Newark Airport come to be, and what did North Jersey have to do with Sputnik II? These and other accounts have been uncovered by local author Gordon Bond, and despite their scarce remembrances, they have left indelible marks on the history of the Garden State.
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The New Jersey State Troopers are dedicated to upholding their credo of “Honor, Duty and Fidelity.” Their commitment to this service has helped countless civilians in dangerous situations and saved many innocent lives. Yet in upholding their duty to serve and protect, extraordinary troopers have given their lives. Retired Sergeant First Class John O’Rourke has collected their stories of bravery and herein follows up his first book, Jersey Troopers, with the accounts of troopers killed in the line of duty from 1961 to 2011. These are not only the stories of how they died but also how they lived, with recollections and photos from the families and friends they left behind.
Fort Pitt: A Frontier History Brady J. Crytzer
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978.1.60949.411.7 * 6 x 9 * 192 pp * 60 images * $19.99
For nearly half a century, Fort Pitt stood formidable at the forks of the great Ohio River. A keystone to British domination in the territory during the French and Indian War and Pontiac’s Rebellion, it was the most technologically advanced fortification in the Western Hemisphere. Early Patriots later seized the fort, and it became a rallying point for the fledgling Revolution. Guarding the young settlement of Pittsburgh, Fort Pitt was the last point of civilization at the edge of the new American West. With vivid detail, historian Brady Crytzer traces the full history of Fort Pitt, from empire outpost to a bastion on the frontlines of a new republic.
Perry’s Lake Erie Fleet: After the Glory David Frew 978.1.60949.610.4 * 6 x 9 * 144 pp * 67 images * $19.99
Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry’s defeat of the British at the Battle of Lake Erie was a defining moment both in the War of 1812 and American naval history. Yet the story of Perry’s fleet did not end there. Come aboard as author Dr. David Frew chronicles the years and decades after Perry’s victory. Heroic acts and bitter defeats unfold as Frew details the lives of fleet surgeon Usher Parsons, shipwright Daniel Dobbins, fleet commander Oliver Hazard Perry and his successors. The adventure moves from the tribulations of Misery Bay and a crafty British victory in the Lake Huron Campaign to the closing of the naval base in Erie and the raising of the Niagara in the twentieth century. Navigate the treacherous waters of Lake Erie, Lake Huron and the Georgian Bay to discover the fates of Perry and his fleet.
Philadelphia Beer: A Heady History of Brewing in the Cradle of Liberty Rich Wagner 978.1.60949.454.4 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp + 16 pp color * 85 images * $19.99
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The finely aged history of Philadelphia brewing has been fermenting since before the crack appeared in the Liberty Bell. By the time thirsty immigrants made the city the birthplace of the American lager in the nineteenth century, Philadelphia was already on the leading edge of the country’s brewing technology and production. Today, the City of Brotherly Love continues to foster that enterprising spirit of innovation with an enviable community of bold new brewers, beer aficionados and brewing festivals. Pennsylvania brewery historian Rich Wagner takes readers on a satisfying journey from the earliest ale brewers and the heyday of lager beer through the dismally dry years of Prohibition and into the current craftbrewing renaissance to discover and celebrate the untapped history of Philadelphia beer.
Revolutionary New Castle: The Struggle for Independence Theodore Corbett
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978.1.60949.524.4 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 50 images * $19.99
In June 1774, New Castle’s Green was the site of open rebellion, as citizens gathered to protest the actions of the Crown. From the raising of militia to the signing of the Declaration of Independence, New Castle became Delaware’s leader in supporting the Revolution. Yet this was truly a civil war that divided families, friends and churches, and when General Howe and his British army invaded in 1777, they found many loyalists to welcome them. Beginning with the earliest protests through the invasion by the British and the subsequent harassment from Royal Navy and loyalist raiders to the community’s role in the new republic and its support of the French Revolution, historian Theodore Corbett traces the tumultuous course of the Revolutionary era in New Castle.
Maryland Wine: A Full-Bodied History Regina Mc Carthy 978.1.60949.247.2 * 6 x 9 * 144 pp + 16 pp color * 57 images * $19.99
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The roots of Maryland winemaking are surprisingly deep. The state’s first known vines were planted in 1648, and a later Marylander, John Adlum, established his place as the father of American viticulture. In the twentieth century, post-Prohibition pioneers like Philip Wagner and Ham Mowbray nurtured a new crop of daring and innovative winemakers who have made the state an up-and-coming wine region. Author Regina Mc Carthy travels through the red tobacco barns of southern Maryland and the breezy vineyards of the Eastern Shore all the way to the Piedmont Plateau and the cool mountain cellars of the west in search of the state’s finest wines and their stories. Join Mc Carthy as she traces over 350 years of the remarkable and robust history of Maryland wines.
Belair Stud: The Cradle of Maryland Horse Racing Kimberly Gatto
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978.1.60949.481.0 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp + 16 pp color* 79 images * $19.99
Founded in 1747 by Maryland governor Samuel Ogle, Belair Stud Farm created a long line of champions whose bloodlines live on in the great Thoroughbreds of today. Author Kimberly Gatto recounts the lives and races of some of Belair’s most celebrated horses, including the only fatherson Triple Crown winners, Gallant Fox and Omaha, and the legendary champion Nashua. The story goes beyond the stakes to tell the history of a Maryland racing institution and the people who made it a landmark in the sport—from the winning partnership between owner William Woodward and trainer “Sunny” Jim Fitzsimmons to the glamour and promise of young Billy Woodward, whose tragic death marked the end of a racing dynasty.
Glimpses of Jewish Baltimore Gilbert Sandler 978.1.60949.653.1 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp * 61 images * $19.99
Baltimore is the cultural hub of Maryland’s Jewish community, and for three decades, local legend Gilbert Sandler has chronicled its stories. With this collection of the best of his columns from the Baltimore Jewish Times, Sandler crafts a brilliant portrait of Jewish Baltimore. Join Sandler as he evokes memories of the corner drugstore, rides at Carlin’s Park and freshly fried coddies. From these warmly familiar scenes of neighborhood life, Sandler moves to stories of the community banding together during the Great Depression and of the extraordinary courage of rabbis and their congregations during the civil rights protests of the 1960s. Recall the halcyon days and share the joys and sorrows of Charm City’s Jewish community.
The Potomac River: A History & Guide Garrett Peck 978.1.60949.600.5 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp + 16 pp color * 87 images * $19.99
Wicked Capitol Hill: An Unruly History of Behaving Badly Robert S. Pohl 978.1.60949.587.9 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 54 images * $19.99
Since L’Enfant laid his avenues, Capitol Hill has been home to the most titillating tales and unsavory indignities. Consider the 1887 affair between the congressman and the local cobbler’s daughter that led to murder at the hands of the press—literally. Such misdeeds were not confined to the backrooms of Congress. Nearby, the old Capitol Jail housed Confederate spies in squalid conditions, and years later, an Eighth Street tavern had the dubious privilege of evicting a young George C. Scott. From the wharves of the Navy Yard to the grave of an infamous madam in Congressional Cemetery, tour guide and local historian Robert Pohl wends his way through the most wickedly sinful scandals in Capitol Hill’s history.
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The great Potomac River begins in the Alleghenies and flows 383 miles through some of America’s most historic lands before emptying into the Chesapeake Bay. The course of the river drove the development of the region and the path of a young republic. Maryland’s first Catholic settlers came to its banks in 1634, and George Washington helped settle the new capital on its shores. During the Civil War, the river divided North and South, and it witnessed John Brown’s raid on Harpers Ferry and the bloody Battle of Antietam. Combining history with recreation, author Garrett Peck leads readers on a journey down the Potomac, from its first fount at Fairfax Stone in West Virginia to its mouth at Point Lookout in Maryland.
Washington County, Virginia, in the Civil War Michael K. Shaffer
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978.1.60949.495.7 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 30 images * $19.99
In his impassioned speech at the Virginia Secession Convention, Washington County’s delegate, John A. Campbell, concluded his fiery rhetoric with a call to arms: “I don’t know but that from this hour forward my way may be lighted by the blaze of civil war.” Soon his sentiment was fully embraced by his previously undecided constituents. Though no major battles were fought on Washington County’s soil, it became a key supply area for Confederate armies. Union attempts to secure the coveted region resulted in targeted attempts to destroy the area’s vital resources. Join Civil War historian Michael Shaffer as he reveals Washington County’s Civil War sacrifices and heroism, both on and off the battlefield.
The CSS Virginia: Sink Before Surrender John V. Quarstein 978.1.60949.580.0 * 6 x 9 * 592 pp * 102 images * $24.99 * hardcover
When the CSS Virginia (Merrimack) slowly steamed down the Elizabeth River toward Hampton Roads on March 8, 1862, the tide of naval warfare turned from wooden sailing ships to armored, steam-powered vessels. Little did the ironclad’s crew realize that their makeshift warship would achieve the greatest Confederate naval victory. The trip was thought by most of the crew to be a trial cruise. Instead, the Virginia’s aggressive commander, Franklin Buchanan, transformed the voyage into a test by fire that forever proved the supreme power of iron over wood. Noted historian John V. Quarstein recounts the compelling story of this ironclad underdog, providing detailed appendices, including crew member biographies and a complete chronology of the ship and crew.
The Richmond Slave Trade: The Economic Backbone of the Old Dominion Jack Trammell 978.1.60949.413.1 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 27 images * $19.99
Edgar Allan Poe’s Richmond: The Raven in the River City Christopher P. Semtner 978.1.60949.607.4 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 51 images * $19.99
Acclaimed as one of America’s most innovative authors, Edgar Allan Poe and his works are celebrated around the world. Yet the true story of Poe’s time in Richmond, Virginia, is every bit as strange and exciting as his fiction. Poe spent nearly a third of his life in Richmond. It was here that he matched wits with a chess-playing robot, set the record for swimming against the current in the James River, challenged a rival editor to a duel and first revealed his talent for practical jokes. Join Christopher P. Semtner, curator of the Edgar Allan Poe Museum, as he reveals previously unpublished photographs and little-known source material to shed new light on how the mystery, madness and tragedy that Poe encountered during his Richmond years forever shaped his work.
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Richmond’s 15th Street was known as Wall Street in antebellum times, and like its New York counterpart, it was a center of commerce. But the business done here was unspeakable and the scene heart wrenching. With over sixtynine slave dealers and auction houses, the Wall Street area saw tens of millions of dollars and countless human lives change hands, fueling the southern economy. Jack Trammell traces the history of the city’s slave trade, from the origins of African slavery in Virginia to its destruction at the end of the Civil War. Stories of seedy speculators and corrupt traders are placed alongside detailed accounts of the economic, political and cultural impact of a system representing the most concentrated human suffering in our nation’s history.
Kiawah Golf: The Game’s Elegant Island Joel Zuckerman
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978.1.60949.494.0 * 9 x 7.5 * 240 pp, full color * 53 images * $34.99 * hardcover
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On the sun-drenched South Carolina coast, just forty-five minutes from the enchanting city of Charleston, lies one of the nation’s most beloved barrier islands. A dazzling, miles-long beach; deep green foliage; massive, centuries-old hardwoods; sparkling marshland leading to the horizon; a dizzying array of birdlife amidst all manner of flora and fauna. And then there’s the golf. Beginning with the history of the island itself through the centuries, Zuckerman provides the whole story of golf on Kiawah, from the groundbreaking Ryder Cup that first raised Kiawah’s profile among golf fans the world over to the 2012 PGA Championship. The history of the club and the courses is further bolstered with profiles of some of Kiawah’s most significant individuals, among the most celebrated names in golf. Kiawah Golf is a must-read for anyone who loves Kiawah or loves golf—and truly, don’t the two go hand in hand?
Carolina Gold Rice: The Ebb and Flow History of a Lowcountry Cash Crop Richard Schulze 978.1.60949.620.3 * 5 x 7 * 128 pp * 11 images * $9.99
Gamecock Encore: The 2011 University of South Carolina Baseball Team’s Run to Back-to-Back NCAA Championships Travis Haney 978.1.60949.599.2 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp + 16 pp color * 31 images * $19.99
After the Gamecocks baseball team’s historic, heart-pounding run to the 2010 College World Series title, another swing at the title seemed unlikely. But in 2011, the team once again made history, returning home champions and parading in style to the State House steps. The dramatic parallels to the Gamecocks’ first championship season were remarkable. In 2010, they honored the life of seven-year-old Bayler Teal, a cancer victim who died during the College World Series. In 2011, they celebrated the life of Omaha native Charlie Peters, a thirteen-year-old cancer survivor and the team’s batboy. After defeating rival Florida, the Gamecocks celebrated with a traditional dog pile near the pitcher’s mound, and Peters jumped on top. It was a powerful moment and a fitting encore.
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Carolina Gold, the celebrated variety of rice established in the South Carolina Lowcountry, perhaps saved the fledgling colony at the beginning of the eighteenth century and remained integral to the local economy for nearly two hundred years. However, the labor required to produce it encouraged the establishment of slavery, ultimately contributing to the region’s economic collapse following the Civil War. Richard Schulze, who reintroduced this crop in South Carolina after nearly a century’s absence, provides this fascinating inside story of an industry that helped build some of the largest fortunes in America. Drawing on both historical research and personal experience, Schulze reveals the legacy of this once-forgotten Lowcountry icon.
Gary Player: Golf’s Global Ambassador from South Africa to Augusta John Boyette
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978.1.60949.621.0 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp + 16 pp color * 64 images * $21.99 * hardcover
Gary Player’s golf career will come full circle in April 2012 when he joins Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus as honorary starters at the Masters Tournament. Player rose from humble beginnings in South Africa to become an international golf superstar, and his success at Augusta National Golf Club and the Masters is the highlight of his impressive career. His legacy includes 3 Masters wins, the record for most starts at the Masters and 165 worldwide wins, which includes all the Grand Slam titles on the regular tour and the senior tour. Join Augusta Chronicle sports editor John Boyette as he highlights and celebrates Player’s remarkable career with a special emphasis on his time in Augusta. Boyette shows how Player became an inspiration not only to his fellow South Africans but to golfers all around the globe.
Augusta’s WGAC Radio: The Voice of the Garden City for Seventy Years Debra Reddin van Tuyll and Scott Hudson 978.1.60949.339.4 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 33 images * $19.99
Atlanta’s Ponce de Leon Avenue: A History Sharon Foster Jones 978.1.60949.349.3 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 66 images * $19.99
Atlanta’s Ponce de Leon Avenue began as a simple country road that conveyed visitors to the healing springs that once bubbled along it. Now, few motorists realize that the avenue, one of Atlanta’s major commuter thoroughfares, was a prestigious residential street in Victorian Atlanta, home to mayors and millionaires. An economic turn in the twentieth century transformed the avenue into a crime-ridden commercial corridor, but in recent years, Atlantans have rediscovered the street’s storied history. Join Sharon Foster Jones on a vivid tour of the avenue—from picnics by the springs in hoopskirts to the Fox Theatre and the days when Vivien Leigh, Clark Gable and Al Capone lodged in the esteemed hotels lining this magnificent avenue.
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WGAC has been the voice of Augusta for over seven decades. From helping to build the career of pop star James Brown, who once shined shoes outside the studio, to building the Masters Golf Tournament into an international tradition, WGAC has brought the best of Augusta to the world. It has weathered the transition in American radio from local stations with hometown programming to corporately owned stations that feature syndicated segments, all without giving up its Augusta character. Join local writers Debra van Tuyll and Scott Hudson as they trace the history of this community landmark from its infancy to its number-one status today.
Growing Up Jacksonville: A ’50s & ’60s River City Childhood Dorothy K. Fletcher 978.1.60949.518.3 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 47 images * $19.99
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Jacksonville during the ’50s and ’60s was a wonderful and energetic place for the children who called it home. Mothers belonged to garden clubs and fathers played the golf links, while the children who grew up in Jacksonville frolicked on the warm beaches and fed peanuts to Miss Chic, the first elephant at the Jacksonville Zoo. They strapped on skates and held hands as they circled the rink of the famous Skateland, wandered down the stacks at Haydon Burns Library and crossed the many bridges that traversed Jacksonville’s waterways. Join Dorothy Fletcher, former columnist for the Florida TimesUnion, as she recounts the memories and adventures of the people who grew up Jacksonville.
Reclaiming Jacksonville: Stories Behind the River City’s Historic Landmarks Ennis Davis and Robert Mann 978.1.60949.646.3 * 9 x 7.5 * 160 pp, full color * 60 images * $24.99
The city of Jacksonville has hundreds of buildings that have withstood the test of time. Dozens of other buildings have been abandoned and left to wither, turning into shadows of their former grandeur. Each place has a rich and storied history that belies modern appearances, like the Annie Lytle Elementary School, now known as the most haunted landmark in the city, and the Jacksonville Brewing Company, which had to come up with a creative way to stay afloat when Prohibition hit. Join local writers Ennis Davis and Robert Mann as they go behind the scenes of fourteen crumbling but ethereally beautiful structures to reveal their true pasts. Enhanced with stunning color photography, Reclaiming Jacksonville is a must-have for every resident of the River City.
A History & Guide to the Monuments of Shiloh National Park Stacy W. Reaves 978.1.60949.412.4 * 5.5 x 8.5 * 128 pp * 77 images * $17.99
Murfreesboro in the Civil War Michael R. Bradley and Shirley Farris Jones 978.1.60949.459.9 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 20 images * $19.99
As the Civil War unfolded, Murfreesboro became hotly contested by Confederate and Union forces. Punctuated by events like Nathan Bedford Forrest’s raid on Union forces in July 1862, Jefferson Davis’s visit and the wedding of General John Hunt Morgan and Martha Ready, wartime Murfreesboro saw no shortage of drama. As combat escalated, the bloody Battle of Stones River and the Nashville Campaign brought more destruction. Yet at war’s end, the resilient locals remained and rebuilt their town from the rubble. Authors and Civil War historians Michael Bradley and Shirley Farris Jones track the tumult of the proceedings to recount the compelling story of Murfreesboro during the Civil War.
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The events of the Battle of Shiloh are characterized by acts of bravery, sacrifice and uncommon valor. After the Civil War, Northerners and Southerners alike were compelled by another sense of duty at Shiloh—the duty of remembrance. Established just over three decades after the battle ended, Shiloh National Park gave veteran groups from states across the country an opportunity to memorialize their regiments’ specific contributions. Each monument, like the soldiers themselves, has a story to tell. Join former Shiloh National Park interpreter and seasonal guide Stacy W. Reaves as she charts the paths through the park’s grounds and traces its fascinating history.
Louisville Murder & Mayhem: Historic Crimes of Derby City Keven McQueen
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978.1.60949.566.4 * 6 x 9 * 112 pp * 30 images * $17.99
Life in Louisville in the years following the Civil War, and through the turn of the century, was as exciting as it was dangerous. The city continued to grow as an important urban hub of culture and commerce, connecting the South with the Midwest and northern states. As Keven McQueen proves in this collection of morbid tales of crime and depravity, life in Louisville certainly had a darker side. Journey back to a time when Louisville’s streets were filled with rail cars, its alleys were populated by thieves and its brothels hummed with activity. From the tale of the marriage of a convicted murderer to a notorious prostitute or the exploits of the criminal duo dubbed “Louisville’s Bonnie and Clyde,” this is a true crime collection that is truly hard to believe.
Perryville Under Fire: The Aftermath of Kentucky’s Largest Civil War Battle Stuart W. Sanders 978.1.60949.567.1 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp * 45 images * $19.99
The Battle of Perryville laid waste to more than just soldiers and their supplies. The commonwealth’s largest combat engagement also took an immense toll on the community of Perryville and citizens in surrounding towns. After Confederates achieved a tactical victory, they were nonetheless forced to leave the area. With more than 7,500 casualties, the remaining Union soldiers were unprepared for the enormous tasks of burying the dead, caring for the wounded and rebuilding infrastructure. Instead, this arduous duty fell to the brave and battered locals. Stuart Sanders presents the first indepth look at how the resilient residents dealt with the chaos of this bloody battle and how they rebuilt their town from the rubble left over.
Geneva on the Lake: A History of Ohio’s First Summer Resort Wendy Koile 978.1.60949.487.2 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp * 75 images * $19.99
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For over a century, Ohio and Pennsylvania families have made an annual trek to Geneva on the Lake, a special spot on the shores of Lake Erie. But what is it about this town that draws generation after generation back each summer? Maybe it’s a visit to Eddie’s Grill, where you can shove a quarter into the jukebox and step back into an original 1950s diner. Or maybe it’s a treat at Madsen Donuts, which has been serving vacationers for nearly seventy-five years. Maybe it’s the majesty of the lake and memories of friends and family. Saunter through this account of long summers and happy times on the lakeside and find out what kept you coming back.
Cincinnati Turner Societies: The Cradle of an American Movement Dann Woellert 978.1.60949.385.1 * 6 x 9 * 176 pp * 91 images * $21.99
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Seeking asylum after the failed German revolution of 1848, refugees flocked to Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. They brought their Germanic culture—language, literature, music, art, dance, drink, celebration or gemutlichkeit—and their love for gymnastics. It was here, in the small tavern Hecker Haus, that the American Turners were born, founded by a group of fourteen German-speaking immigrants. This movement rapidly spread throughout Cincinnati, northern Kentucky and America, influencing a growing nation in education, progressive thought, politics, human rights, health, literature and the arts. This is the story of the area Turners and their cultivation of a great German American movement.
Marietta College Baseball: The Story of the ’Etta Express Gary Caruso 978.1.60949.464.3 * 6 x 9 * 240 pp + 16 pp color * 74 images * $21.99
Nestled at the confluence of the Muskingum and Ohio Rivers in the first permanent settlement in the Northwest Territory resides one of the most dominant college baseball dynasties in the nation. The Marietta College Pioneers—known as the ’Etta Express for the way they’ve barreled over opponents for half a century—own a record five NCAA Division III National Championships, including 2011. Finally, the best-kept secret in college sports springs to life as author Gary Caruso digs into the personalities behind this incredible success story to reveal the compelling human drama that’s made Marietta College baseball a treasure all readers are sure to enjoy.
The Enduring Legacy of the Detroit Athletic Club: Driving the Motor City Ken Voyles and Mary Rodrique 978.1.60949.505.3 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp * 61 images * $19.99
Grand Times in Grand Rapids: Pieces of Furniture City History Gordon Beld 978.1.60949.629.6 * 6 x 9 * 144 pp * 56 images * $19.99
Join longtime journalist Gordon Beld on a historical tour of the Furniture City. Gleaned from the best of Beld’s work for Grand Rapids Magazine, this collection weaves together intriguing vignettes highlighting the unique character of the Grand Rapids people and their community. Get a glimpse into the lives of famous leaders Gerald Ford and Arthur Vandenberg and marvel at Harry “Human Fly” Gardiner, who scaled the buildings of downtown Grand Rapids. Take a nostalgic trip down to Reed’s Lake, where the streetcars will drop you off at Ramona Gardens to dance the night away. Find the grand in Grand Rapids—just don’t get lost in Saddlebag Swamp on the way.
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Founded in 1887, the Detroit Athletic Club left an indelible stamp on the city even as it was helping that city find its place in the country at large. Always a powerhouse for individual and team amateur athletics, the DAC helped give its members the strength to serve as soldiers and compete as Olympians. They fueled the manufacturing frenzy that created the Motor City and brought home the professional sports teams that were its due. In this chronicle of the DAC’s long history, readers will discover the unique world of a private club that remains one of the finest in the world, an enduring home to community leaders, amateur athletes and one of Detroit’s architectural jewels.
Hidden History of Montgomery County, Indiana Jodie Steelman Wilson, Emily Griffin Winfrey and Rebecca McDole
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978.1.60949.522.0 * 6 x 9 * 176 pp * 78 images * $19.99
Shine a light on the fascinating but previously unexplored aspects of Montgomery County history. Meet forgotten artists, authors and athletes. Revisit courtroom drama and sensational crimes, like the attempted robbery of Waveland State Bank that was thwarted by vigilantes. Peruse A.D. Willis’s spirit photography gallery on Crawfordsville’s Main Street before studying the oddities at Commodore Alfred Lookabill’s Gourd Museum. Look agog as Lana Turner stops by for a week and risk admonishment— or worse—from aggressive temperance champion Carrie Nation at the July 4 festival in 1901. And while you’re here, gain some trivia: did you know that the highest-altitude balloon flight and the first airmail are connected to Montgomery County?
When Hollywood Landed at Chicago’s Midway Airport: The Photos & Stories of Mike Rotunno Christopher Lynch 978.1.60949.592.3 * 6 x 9 * 176 pp * 85 images * $19.99
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The flash of his camera sent Al Capone diving to the floor. He was asked to escort Bob Hope’s wife to church and to hide John Barrymore from his mistress. Cary Grant demanded a shoeshine, Eleanor Roosevelt demanded an apology and Harry Truman demanded a bourbon. Photographer Mike Rotunno was the man on the scene when Chicago’s Midway Airport was the crossroads of the world and people walked its concourses just to catch a glimpse of Hollywood’s brightest stars. Bump into Bud Abbott, John Wayne, Jayne Mansfield and Marilyn Monroe as Christopher Lynch pieces together the amazing story left behind in fifty years of photographs and journals.
Guerrillas in Civil War Missouri James W. Erwin
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978.1.60949.388.2 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 40 images * $19.99
During the Civil War, Missouri was in constant turmoil from raids by heavily armed bands of marauders loosely affiliated with the Confederate army. Federal troops fought more than one thousand battles in Missouri— mostly with guerrillas. But these numbers mask the level of violence because they do not include attacks on civilians. Ordinary persons felt the dread of uncertainty when riders approached their homes. Were they Union soldiers or guerrillas in blue coats taken off soldiers they had ambushed? Sometimes it did not matter. Entire counties were given up to destruction because both sides were willing to turn to guns and torches if their demands for supplies and information were not met.
The St. Louis Woman’s Exchange: 130 Years of the Gentle Art of Survival Jeannette Batz Cooperman 978.1.60949.113.0 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp * 66 images * $19.99
On the surface, the Woman’s Exchange of St. Louis is an exquisite gift shop with an adjacent tearoom—beloved, always packed, the chatter light and feminine, the salads and pies perfect. But the volunteers who run the Woman’s Exchange have had enough grit to keep the place going through two world wars, a Great Depression, several recessions, the end of fine craftsmanship and the start of a new DIY movement. The “decayed gentlewomen” they set out to help in 1883 are now refugees from Afghanistan, battered wives and mothers of sons paralyzed in Iraq. Sample the radical changes they have made over the years, as well as the institutions they wisely left alone, like the iconic cherry dress that has charmed generations of women and mothers.
The Battle of Pea Ridge: The Civil War Fight for the Ozarks James R. Knight 978.1.60949.447.6 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp * 44 images * $19.99
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After months of reverses, the Union army went on the offensive in the early spring of 1862. In Virginia, General McClellan prepared for his Peninsula Campaign; in Tennessee, General Grant had captured Forts Henry and Donelson; and in southwestern Missouri, General Samuel R. Curtis had driven Sterling Price and his Missouri State Guard out of the state and into the arms of General Ben McCulloch’s Confederate army in northwestern Arkansas. Using the united armies of Price and McCulloch, the new Confederate department commander, Earl Van Dorn, struck back at Curtis’s Federal army, outnumbered and two hundred miles from its supply base. Two days of fighting in the wilds of the Ozark Mountains at a place called Pea Ridge decided control of northern Arkansas and southern Missouri for the rest of the war.
Hidden History of Fort Smith, Arkansas Ben Boulden
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978.1.60949.450.6 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 37 images * $19.99
During the days of American westward expansion, Fort Smith was the gritty frontier town whose lawless reputation became known both east and west of the Mississippi. Dubbed “Hell on the Border,” the last developed township just before unsettled native territory, Fort Smith laid low more than its fair share of settlers, pioneers and outlaws. Yet after years of disorder, reformers and lawmen helped tame the city’s wild ways, beginning Fort Smith’s transformation into the prosperous city it is today. Buried beneath Fort Smith’s infamous past are forgotten stories, untold tales and littleknown facts. After years spent researching the city’s history for his historical column in the Times Record, journalist Ben Boulden uncovers Fort Smith’s hidden history.
Eureka Springs: City of Healing Waters June Westphal and Kate Cooper 978.1.60949.650.0 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp * 74 images * $19.99
How did the unfettered wilderness of the Ozarks, America’s early frontier, evolve into a prized health retreat for early pioneers before settling into a beloved historic town? Eureka Springs was founded for the healing properties of the naturally soothing waters, and that special sense of place has always informed the town’s history. Yet a complete chronological history from prefounding to present-day Eureka Springs has never been written—until now. Respected local historians June Westphal and Kate Cooper tell the whole story of Eureka Springs, recounting the important people and major events that shaped this town tucked in the Ozarks. Learn how these healing springs were formed and how they, in turn, formed the foundation of a community.
The Haunted Natchez Trace Bud Steed 978.1.60949.531.2 * 6 x 9 * 112 pp * 43 images * $16.99
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Stretching from Natchez, Mississippi, to Nashville, Tennessee, the Natchez Trace is one of the oldest, most historically significant routes in American history. Beginning as hunting ground for natives, the Trace became the favored path back home for early settlers who floated down the Mississippi River to sell goods in Natchez. Yet the Trace was riddled with bandits, marauders and other perils, and today troubled and tortured voices from the past still echo along the road. Travel to Grinder’s Stand, where famed explorer Meriwether Lewis met his untimely demise, and on to Kings Tavern, built in the late 1700s and haunted by the ghost of the innkeeper’s mistress. Author and ghost expert Bud Steed recounts these tales, and more, all lurking in the shadows of the haunted Natchez Trace.
Wicked Shreveport Bernadette J. Palombo, Gary D. Joiner, W. Chris Hale and Cheryl H. White
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978.1.59629.818.7 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 40 images * $19.99
In the rough-and-tumble days of the nineteenth century, Shreveport was on the very edge of the country’s western frontier. It was a city struggling to tame lawlessness, and its streets were rocked by duels, lynchings and shootouts. A new century and Prohibition only brought a fresh wave of crime and scandal. The port city became a haunt for the likes of notorious bank robbers Bonnie and Clyde and home to the influential socialite and madam Annie McCune. From Fred Lockhart, aka the “Butterfly Man,” to serial killers Nathanial Code and Danny Rolling, Shreveport played reluctant host to an even deadlier cast of characters. Their tales and more make up the devilish history of the Deep South in Wicked Shreveport.
Civil War Baton Rouge, Port Hudson and Bayou Sara: Capturing the Mississippi Dennis J. Dufrene 978.1.60949.351.6 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 36 images * $19.99
When Louisiana seceded from the Union on January 26, 1861, no one doubted that a battle to control the Mississippi River was imminent. Throughout the war, the Federals pushed their way up the river. Every port and city seemed to fall against the force of the Union navy. The capital was forced to retreat from Baton Rouge to Shreveport. Many of the smaller towns, like Bayou Sara and Donaldsonville, were nearly shelled completely off the map. It was not until the Union reached Port Hudson that the Confederates had a fighting chance to keep control of the mighty Mississippi. They fought long and hard, undersupplied and undermanned, but ultimately the Union prevailed.
Texas Baseball: A Lone Star Diamond History from Town Teams to the Big Leagues Clay Coppedge 978.1.60949.598.5 * 6 x 9 * 192 pp * 77 images * $19.99
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From pioneering superstars like Tris Speaker and Rogers Hornsby and Negro League standouts Smokey Joe Williams and Willie Well to present-day luminaries like Nolan Ryan, Texas has played a crucial role in the evolution of the national pastime. The Lone Star love of baseball stretches back to the Civil War. What began as “friendly” town games led to the formation of the Texas League in 1888, though it would be almost eight decades before the arrival of the Colt .45s, Texas’s first major-league team, and another forty-three years until the Astros played in the World Series. From scrappers on the red dirt diamonds to the big-league stars of the Astros and Rangers, veteran sportswriter Clay Coppedge traces the state’s long love affair with the sport in this first-ever comprehensive look at Texas baseball.
Camp Verde: Texas Frontier Defense Joseph Luther 978.1.60949.386.8 * 6 x 9 * 192 pp * 46 images * $19.99
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The Verde Valley—the seemingly easy route to west Texas—was in fact a land of peril, adventure and near mythic heroes. Historic Camp Verde has long been a strategic stronghold guarding the pass, the valley and the many trails converging at this river crossing. As frontiersmen and settlers pushed through the pass and Native Americans responded with violent force, the famed Texas Rangers attempted to control the region. Officially established in 1856, the camp would become the testing ground for the army’s Camel Experiment and an outpost for Robert E. Lee’s legendary Second U.S. Cavalry. Join local historian Joseph Luther as he narrates the tumultuous and uniquely Texan history of Camp Verde.
Houston Beer: A Heady History of Brewing in the Bayou City Ronnie Crocker 978.1.60949.537.4 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp + 16 pp color * 91 images * $19.99
From the early days, and long before Americans had ever heard the term “craft beer,” settlers in the Bayou City excelled in the art of ales, stouts and lagers. In 1913, it was a Houston brewery that claimed the distinction of “the world’s finest bottled beer” after winning an international competition in Belgium. The unfortunate rise of Prohibition put the industry on hold, but recent years have seen a strong resurgence. In 2008, Saint Arnold Brewing Company was the only craft brewery in Houston. Just a few years later, there are five and counting within an hour’s drive of downtown. Journalist and “Beer, TX” blogger Ronnie Crocker chronicles Houston’s long and surprising history of brewing.
The Civil War in Kansas: Ten Years of Turmoil Debra Goodrich Bisel 978.1.60949.563.3 * 6 x 9 * 192 pp * 42 images * $17.99
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No other state’s history is so entwined with the American Civil War as that of the Sunflower State. By the time the war officially began in 1861, Kansas and Missouri had already been fighting for six years. The passage of the KansasNebraska Act left the Kansas Territory wide open for white settlement, and the stage was set for a battle that would ignite the nation. From the hopes and dreams of settlers and the exploits of John Brown to the Lawrence and Pottawatomie Massacres and the many other battles and skirmishes, historian Debra Goodrich Bisel tells that tumultuous story.
The Denver Folk Music Tradition: An Unplugged History, from Harry Tuft to Swallow Hill and Beyond Paul Malkoski
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In 1962, Harry Tuft founded the Denver Folklore Center to bring together contemporary folk music fans and performers such as Joan Baez, Pete Seeger, Judy Collins and so many more. In the following decade, a core of folk enthusiasts established the Swallow Hill Music Association. These two organizations have persevered to sustain a lasting folk legacy in the Mile High City. This is the story of how the music and the people who love and live it shaped a unique, influential tradition. Join local historian and musician Paul Malkoski on a tour through more than fifty years of Denver’s proud folk music scene.
A Brief History of South Denver & University Park Steve Fisher 978.1.60949.233.5 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp * 52 images * $19.99
South Denver and University Park have always been unconventional. The founders of Colorado Seminary, now the University of Denver, wanted to build an oasis for education—away from the urban blight of the city and the temptation of its saloons. In the nineteenth century, South Denver grew around University Park, radiating out from Observatory Park and the famous Chamberlin Observatory. From the university’s founding through the return of GIs after World War II to the developments of the twenty-first century, local historian Steve Fisher chronicles the fascinating history of University Park and South Denver. Join Fisher as he travels down the old trolley tracks to discover the history of one of Denver’s most vibrant neighborhoods.
Enchanted Legends and Lore of New Mexico: Witches, Ghosts & Spirits Ray John de Arag贸n 978.1.60949.572.5 * 6 x 9 * 112 pp * 46 images * $16.99
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Beginning in the seventeenth century, townsfolk and rural dwellers in the remote Spanish colonial city of Santa Fe maintained a provocative interest in mysterious and miraculous visions. This preoccupation with the afterlife, occult forces and unearthly beings existing outside the natural world led to early witch trials, stories about saintly apparitions and strange encounters with spirits and haunted places. New Mexican author Ray John de Arag贸n explores the time-honored tradition of frightening folklore in the Land of Enchantment in this intriguing collection of tales that crosses cultures in the dark corners of the southwestern night.
Forgotten Tales of New Mexico Ellen Dornan
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From the Apache Wars to Los Alamos, New Mexico’s rich past offers a colorful medley of emboldened characters and controversial schemes that shaped the course of history. In this collection, Ellen Dornan relates the stories of heroic outcasts and scheming governors, female warriors and fierce revolutionaries. Meet the crew that accidentally dropped a hydrogen bomb on a sage-covered mesa, the Union troops who surrendered after “destroying” a cache of whiskey, the governor who rerouted Route 66 to spite his successor and the first African American woman to enlist in the U.S. Army. From the desk of master storyteller and local author Ellen Dornan comes an assortment of delightfully quirky tales from the Land of Enchantment.
Capitan, New Mexico: From the Coalora Coal Mines to Smokey Bear Gary Cozzens 978.1.60949.451.3 * 6 x 9 * 176 pp * 80 images * $19.99
Fifty years before Smokey Bear was found—near death, clinging to a tree after a forest fire—Capitan was the site of a burgeoning coal boom. With the mine came the railroad, and with the railroad came the founding of the town. At the center of Capitan’s emergence was George A. Titsworth’s general store, an enterprise that set the stage for Titsworth’s rise and ultimate undoing. Titsworth was embroiled in a local murder investigation and—in retaliation, many presumed—became the target of a would-be assassin who went unpunished. Capitan was also home to a successful string of ranching communities, an important outpost for the U.S. Forest Service and one of the nation’s few Civilian Conservation Corps’ camps for girls.
Hidden History of Tacoma: Little-Known Tales from the City of Destiny Karla Stover 978.1.60949.470.4 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 44 images * $19.99
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The City of Destiny took shape where rails met sails on the shores of Commencement Bay. When Tacoma was chosen as the Northern Pacific Railroad’s terminus, the city rose from the mudflats and took the lead as the Northwest’s destination for opportunity. In this collection, discover the city’s early notables and uncover the stories behind the historic landmarks. Why did city planners abandon Olmsted’s vision? How many war bonds did Lana Turner’s kisses buy? Why were vegetarians warned “Don’t drink the water”? Who is the tiny figure with coal black hair and bound feet who haunts Old Tacoma? Local author and guide Karla Stover answers these questions and more as she spins stories from the tomes of Tacoma’s past.
The 1975 Portland Timbers: The Birth of Soccer City, USA Michael Orr 978.1.60949.466.7 * 6 x 9 * 128 pp * 36 images * $19.99
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Relive the magic of the Portland Timbers’ 1975 season and the birth of Soccer City, USA. This is the story of seventeen players and two coaches who came from different clubs and different countries to form a team just days before their inaugural game. In this fast-paced account, Michael Orr weaves together player interviews, news coverage and game statistics to capture the Timbers’ single-season journey from expansion team to championship contender. From the first televised game against Pelé’s New York Cosmos to the seven-game winning streak that vied for a league record and the postseason battle for the game’s highest prize, rediscover how the Timbers won the hearts of Portlanders and left an indelible stamp on the Rose City’s sporting landscape.
Lake Oswego Vignettes: Illiterate Cows to College-Educated Cabbage Marylou Colver 978.1.60949.553.4 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp * 69 images * $19.99
With tales of a mayor who knew the town’s cows by name and a singing pig drunk on moonshine, Marylou Colver captures the quirky anecdotes of Lake Oswego’s past. In the twentieth century, visionary real estate developers touted Oregon’s Lake Oswego as an ideal place to “live where you play,” a reputation the city maintains today. But this playful paradise is a far cry from the small town developed by iron company entrepreneurs in the nineteenth century. Colver, founder of the Lake Oswego Preservation Society, chronicles the transition from gritty to pretty by recounting the people and events that shaped Lake Oswego. From bathing suit bans to a robot circus, enjoy the legacy of unusual facts, some recently discovered, that inspired Lake Oswego Vignettes.
Stories of Old Glendora Ryan Lee Price 978.1.60949.533.6 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp * 60 images * $19.99
On a bustling Friday morning in April 1887, George D. Whitcomb began to auction off lots in a newly laid-out town he called Glendora. Starting out as a dusty train stop on the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway, the town of Glendora sprang to life as one of the Los Angeles region’s vibrant hubs of the citrus industry and remained so well into the twentieth century. Local historian Ryan Lee Price recounts on these pages some of the characters and events that shaped Glendora’s formative years: Baseball Hall of Famer Frank Chance, train wrecks and smudge pots, fan dancer Sally Rand, the tragic tale of the Converse family and how the Compromise Line Road got its name.
Tim Grobaty 978.1.60949.548.0 * 6 x 9 * 160 pp * 55 images * $19.99
Incorporated in 1888, Long Beach was the nation’s fastest-growing city for much of the early twentieth century. Tim Grobaty, columnist for two decades for the Long Beach Press-Telegram, looks back at the major events and compelling personalities that shaped the city’s formative years. Early settlers such as William Willmore, Charles Rivers Drake and the Bixby family are brought into sharp focus as Grobaty recounts the city’s defining moments. From the naming of city streets to early local newspaper wars, and culminating with the devastating earthquake of 1933, Long Beach Chronicles presents a fascinating collection of tales from the city’s provocative past.
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