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| Author | : Caroline Bancroft |
| Publisher | : Good Press |
| Total Pages | : 157 |
| Release | : 2023-10-27 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : |
Caroline Bancroft's 'Unique Ghost Towns and Mountain Spots' is a meticulously researched and insightful exploration of the abandoned settlements and hidden gems scattered throughout the American West. Through vivid descriptions and historical anecdotes, Bancroft brings to life the rich tapestry of these forgotten places, from the remnants of bustling mining towns to the majestic mountain landscapes that have captivated travelers for centuries. Her writing is both evocative and informative, painting a vivid picture of the unique history and culture of each location she explores. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of history, geography, and folklore in the American West. Caroline Bancroft, a renowned historian and author, has dedicated her career to uncovering the hidden stories of the American West. Her passion for preserving the region's history and heritage shines through in 'Unique Ghost Towns and Mountain Spots', offering readers a glimpse into her deep knowledge and expertise on the subject. Bancroft's meticulous research and engaging writing style make this book a valuable resource for both scholars and casual readers alike, inviting them to discover the untold tales of the West's most intriguing places. I highly recommend 'Unique Ghost Towns and Mountain Spots' to anyone with a curiosity for the history and folklore of the American West. Whether you are a history buff, a travel enthusiast, or simply appreciate a well-crafted narrative, Bancroft's book will transport you to a world of forgotten landscapes and untold stories, leaving a lasting impression on your understanding of the region's colorful past.
| Author | : Caroline Bancroft |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 95 |
| Release | : 1988 |
| Genre | : Cities and towns |
| ISBN | : |
| Author | : Caroline Bancroft |
| Publisher | : Big Earth Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 100 |
| Release | : 1961 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 9780933472242 |
Forty-two of Colorado's romance-packed high country towns have their stories told with old and new photos, history, and maps.
| Author | : Sandra Dallas |
| Publisher | : University of Oklahoma Press |
| Total Pages | : 268 |
| Release | : 1988-01-01 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 9780806120843 |
Depicts the history of more than one hundred Colorado towns abandoned after the end of the mining boom
| Author | : Kevin Singel |
| Publisher | : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform |
| Total Pages | : 466 |
| Release | : 2018-05-26 |
| Genre | : |
| ISBN | : 9781719553469 |
Travel guide book inspired by the gold prospecting origin of Colorado. Includes touring information on all the major towns founded as gold mining camps as well as summaries of each town's origin story. Includes reviews and recommendations on historic districts to visit, mines to tour, driving tours of ghost towns and places to gold pan. Includes information on 16 historic districts, 31 museums, 18 mines, 186 gold panning sites across the state of Colorado. Thoroughly researched to confirm public access to the panning sites (no private property or areas subject to mining claim has been included - unlike other books.)Written by a long-time Colorado resident and gold prospector. Based on years of research and field work.Get your share of the gold by prospecting for it in historic, urban, and remote locations across the gold districts of Colorado.
| Author | : John M. Mulhouse |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2020 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 9781634992343 |
Abandoned New Mexico: Ghost Towns, Endangered Architecture, and Hidden History encompasses huge swathes of time and space. As rural populations decline and young people move to ever-larger cities, much of our past is left behind. Out on the plains or along now-quiet highways, changes in modes of livelihood and transportation have moved only in one direction. Stately homes and hand-built schools, churches and bars--these are not just the stuff of individual lives, but of an entire culture. New Mexico, among the least-dense states in the country, was crossed by both the Spanish and Route 66; the railroad stretched toward every hopeful mine and outlaws died in its arms. Its pueblos are among the oldest human habitations in the U.S., and the first atomic bomb was detonated nearly dead in its center. John Mulhouse spent almost a decade documenting the forgotten corners of a state like no other through his popular City of Dust project. From the sunbaked Chihuahuan Desert to the snow-capped Moreno Valley, travel through John's words and pictures across the legendary Land of Enchantment.--Back cover.
| Author | : Cecile Page Vargo |
| Publisher | : Arcadia Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 130 |
| Release | : 2012 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 0738595209 |
High in the Inyo Mountains, between Owens Valley and Death Valley National Park, lies the ghost town of Cerro Gordo. Discovered in 1865, this silver town boomed to a population of 3,000 people in the hands of savvy entrepreneurs during the 1870s. As the silver played out and the town faded, a few hung on to the dream. By the early 1900s, Louis D. Gordon wandered up the Yellow Grade Road where freight wagons once traversed with silver and supplies and took a closer look at the zinc ore that had been tossed aside by early miners. The Fat Hill lived again, primarily as a small company town. By the last quarter of the 20th century, Jody Stewart and Mike Patterson found themselves owners of the rough and tumble camp that helped Los Angeles turn into a thriving metropolis because of silver and commercial trade. Cerro Gordo found new life, second to Bodie, as California's best-preserved ghost town.
| Author | : Peter Bronski |
| Publisher | : Wilderness Press |
| Total Pages | : 258 |
| Release | : 2013-03-04 |
| Genre | : Travel |
| ISBN | : 0899975186 |
In its heyday, Colorado had more than 175 ski areas operating on the slopes of the Rocky Mountains, and while many of those resorts have shut down, their runs still shelter secret stashes of snow. Pristine slopes await backcountry powder hounds out to discover these chutes and steeps, bunny hills and bumps. Chronicling the history of more than 36 of these "lost resorts," Powder Ghost Towns provides the beta for how to ski and board these classic runs today, with comprehensive information on trailheads, where to skin up, and the best descents. Coverage ranges from southern Wyoming's Medicine Bow Mountains to the Colorado-New Mexico border, including famous old resorts like Hidden Valley in Rocky Mountain National Park.
| Author | : Laura Fraser |
| Publisher | : Vintage |
| Total Pages | : 242 |
| Release | : 2002-05-07 |
| Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
| ISBN | : 0375724850 |
When Laura Fraser's husband leaves her for his high school sweetheart, she takes off, on impulse, for Italy, and discovers not only a lasting sense of pleasure, but a more fully recovered sense of her emotional and sexual self. “Sweet, smart. We are smitten from the start.” —O: The Oprah Magazine When Laura Fraser's husband leaves her for his high school sweetheart, she takes off, on impulse, for Italy, hoping to leave some of her sadness behind. There, on the island of Ischia, she meets M., an aesthetics professor from Paris with an oversized love of life. What they both assume will be a casual vacation tryst turns into a passionate, transatlantic love affair, as they rendezvous in London, Marrakech, Milan, the Aeolian Islands, and San Francisco. Each encounter is a delirious immersion into place (sumptuous food and wine, dazzling scenery, lush gardens, and vibrant streetscapes) and into each other. And with each experience, Laura brings home not only a lasting sense of pleasure, but a more fully recovered sense of her emotional and sexual self. Written with an observant eye, an open mind, and a delightful sense of humor, An Italian Affair has the irresistible honesty of a story told from and about the heart.
| Author | : Harriet Fish Backus |
| Publisher | : Graphic Arts Books |
| Total Pages | : 194 |
| Release | : 2013-01-01 |
| Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
| ISBN | : 0871089750 |
A true pioneer of the West, Harriet Backus writes about her amusing and often challenging experiences with heart felt emotion and vivid detail. New foreword by Pam Houston and afterword by author's grandson Rob Walton are featured.
