Shreveport In The Twentieth Century (The American Century Series)

History

Brock, Eric J.

Americas

Arcadia Pub

Babylon by the Sea focuses on a seaside community that, once rich in salt marshes, attracted many of the area’s first settlers. Originally called Sumpawam, it was purchased from Native Americans in 1670. The township was formed from South Huntington and named Babylon in 1802 by Mrs. Conklin, a staunch advocate of the Bible. Babylon includes the villages of Lindenhurst and Amityville, and the hamlets of North and West Babylon, Copaigue, Deer Park, Farmingdale, and Wyandanch. This vibrant community evolved from a humble beginning of farming, fishing, and whaling into an attractive resort community. The area was unknown until the nearby barrier beach, Fire Island, gained prominence as a summer resort. The South Shore line of the Long Island Railroad gave the seaside locality impetus when the train reached Babylon in 1867. Hotels and boardinghouses sprang up around town and beside the sea. Among the pleasure seekers were many wealthy New Yorkers who came in quest of the invigorating air and relaxation outside the city. The trip from New York took just over an hour; a trolley would meet the visitors and transport them to the Great South Bay. For many years, the South Shore Railroad was the only electrified train, and Babylon became the point of convergence for travelers bent on speed. The village also witnessed the birth of radio and wireless communication when Marconi contacted ships at sea from Babylon.

Babylon By The Sea (New York)

Anne Frances Pulling

Riverboats

COLLINS

Keleher

And I'm Glad: An Oral History of Edisto Island

Lindsay, Nick

Voices from the Paterson Silk Mills (Voices of America)

Wallerstein, Jane

No flaws save the most minor, barely perceptible shelf scuffing to otherwise unmarred softcovers.

Venice, CA

Alexander, Elayne

Baseball in World War II Europe (Images of Sports)

Arts & Photography

Bedingfield, Gary

Photography & Video

Atlanta: Unforgettable Vintage Images of an All-American City

Best of Images of America

Santa Fe: A Historical Walking Tour is a walking guide of the oldest capital city in the United States, a history of many of its key historic sites and buildings, and an examination of the invention of the Santa Fe Style. This book depicts the changes in the urban landscape of Santa Fe through a series of memorable historic and contemporary photographs. Walking along the tour route, the reader will trace these shifts, as well as explore the rich tradition and history of Santa Fe. ÝÝAs a historically diverse town, Santa Fe's architectural styles reflect the rich cultures of its inhabitants. Santa Fe: A Historical Walking Tour illustrates this fascinating history by examining the changes in the architectural canvas of Santa Fe. During the last half of the 19th century, city leaders and businessmen first discarded the Pueblo and Spanish styles, and then returned to these roots in the early 1900s as part of a conscious effort to develop a tourist economy. ÝÝ

Santa Fe: A Historical Walking Tour (Images of America)

Court, Darren

Humner, John

Lail, Shirley

Dominguez, Pedro

Silva, Lucinda

Kewaunee County became well known throughout the country even before Wisconsin became a territory. The word that gold had been discovered in Kewaunee spread quickly, and plans were soon underway that mapped out the future metropolis of the area. Unfortunately for fortune hunters, "fool's gold" was all that was to be found in Kewaunee. That, and a landscape of breathtaking beauty.Incorporated in 1852, Kewaunee County became home to a large influx of settlers. From the New England states to as far away as Germany, Poland, Ireland, and Bohemia, pioneers flocked to Kewaunee, increasing the population from 1,109 in 1855 to 14,405 in 1875. The European cultural influence is still apparent in the community today. These families came seeking farmland, industrial work, and the natural resources that Kewaunee had to offer. The lumber business boomed and the farmers prospered. Today, the scenery and Lake Michigan attract thousands of sportsmen and vacationers, with expansive beaches, a boardwalk, and fishing tournaments.

Kewaunee County, Wisconsin (Images of America)

Zurawski, Joseph W.

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