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Whether it’s the abandoned institutions of New York, the deserted streets of St. Louis, or the lost landscapes of Idaho, this series uncovers the beauty and tragedy of places left behind.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"abandoned-birmingham","title":"Abandoned Birmingham","description":"\u003cspan\u003eFounded in 1871 after the Civil War, Birmingham rapidly grew as an industrial enterprise due to the abundance of the three raw materials used in making steel—iron ore, coal, and limestone. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBirmingham's rapid growth was due to the booming iron and steel industries giving it the nickname “Magic City” and “Pittsburgh of the South.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe city was named after Birmingham, England, as a nod to the major industrial powerhouse. The iron and steel industries began to dry up by the early 1970s, leaving behind dozens of abandoned structures that now dot the city's landscape. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the last several years, Birmingham has begun to experience a rebirth. Money has been invested in reconstructing the historic downtown area into a pedestrian-friendly mixed-use district. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbandoned Birmingham\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, photographer Leland Kent gives the reader an in-depth look at the forgotten buildings and factories throughout the city.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e[authors] Author(s): \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/leland-kent\"\u003eLeland Kent\u003c\/a\u003e[\/authors]","brand":"Abandoned Union","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21183229591634,"sku":"9781634990585","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0020\/9171\/2594\/products\/9781634990585.jpg?v=1545330548"},{"product_id":"abandoned-georgia-exploring-the-peach-state","title":"Abandoned Georgia: Exploring the Peach State","description":"Abandoned photography captures the beauty in urban ruins left behind. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe goal is to give the viewer an exhilarating look at our past and these forgotten places. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom a small amusement park to what was once the world's largest mental asylum, Georgia is home to many fascinating abandoned places. Whether it's the remnants of a defunct hospital, a forgotten mansion, or a desolate race track, they are all left for nature to take over after being discarded by humanity. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is even one stately mansion that is not entirely vacant since the former owner is buried in the backyard. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebandoned Georgia: Exploring the Peach Stat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003ee, photographer Leland Kent showcases eleven abandoned places from across the state. 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Schools with beautifully decorated hallways and packed classrooms are now left vacant and forgotten, and chalkboards are still etched with lessons that will never be taught again. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStudents’ creative art projects sit idle, collecting dust, never to receive their final grade. Brilliant photos reveal tales left behind and uncover the history of the rise and fall of Detroit’s educational boom. Readers will see the Motor City in a way that is seldom seen. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbandoned Detroit has history that is uncovered and showcased by stunning images from urban photographer Tony Vienneau. 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Lurking inside these abandonments, the Bay Area is home to another kind of under-appreciated beauty: urban decay. In 2013, the authors explored a couple abandoned places on a whim: a wastewater treatment plant and a ghost town. Experiencing the beauty of decay, they became hooked and spent the next several years seeking out every forgotten structure. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOver the course of their adventures, thousands of photos were collected in an attempt to capture the spirit of places people no longer dare visit. Along the way, the history, local legends, and hearsay about the derelict buildings were accumulated. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWithin this book, authors Matt and Greg have curated a selection of the most interesting urban decay to share with you. Enjoy a private tour of the Bay Area’s most beautiful abandonments on offer. 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No building is ever truly abandoned. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeople still frequent them and leave evidence of their passing, such as bottles of beer, graffiti, trash, furniture, and campfires. These treasures—old boats, empty houses, silent graves, and more—are all out there, just waiting to be explored and give up their ghosts. So, take a day and take a chance. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLose yourself in what was and discover the beauty in the forgotten.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e[authors] Author(s): \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jerry-winnett\"\u003eJerry Winnett\u003c\/a\u003e[\/authors]","brand":"Abandoned Union","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30455586259026,"sku":"9781634991520","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0020\/9171\/2594\/products\/9781634991520.jpg?v=1570439722"},{"product_id":"abandoned-new-hampshire","title":"Abandoned New Hampshire","description":"\u003cspan\u003eIn \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbandoned New Hampshire\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, Michael Petipas captures his home state’s past in the present through a collection of photographs. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough this visual journey, discover the beauty left in the wreckage and rubble of these old buildings before they disappear. All abandoned locations have a story to tell. Some are simply homes that have been abandoned for any number of reasons. Others were once giants of industry that employed the majority of the people who lived around them. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLocal favorites such as the Colonial Theater hold a sense of nostalgia for residents, while the history of some places is left to the imagination as they sit empty and dark through the heat of summer and cold of winter. These old bones are all that is left of an era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e[authors] Author(s): \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/michael-petipas\"\u003eMichael Petipas\u003c\/a\u003e[\/authors]","brand":"Abandoned Union","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30455990648914,"sku":"9781634991377","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0020\/9171\/2594\/products\/9781634991377.jpg?v=1570442242"},{"product_id":"abandoned-randsburg-the-mojave-deserts-liveliest-ghost-town","title":"Abandoned Randsburg: The Mojave Desert's Liveliest Ghost Town","description":"\u003cspan\u003eRandsburg, California, once a booming and bustling Mojave Desert town during the golden era of gold and silver mining, still lives on. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt one time, this place was peopled with some very interesting characters, like French Marguerite and Fay LeRoy, well-known soiled doves. Miners, outlaws, shady politicians, regular families—all could be found living and working literally side-by-side without the normal societal divisions. With a population of roughly seventy people, the town has earned the reputation as the liveliest ghost town. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlthough there are many fascinating old abandoned buildings and structures to explore, the town offers a rich, immersive experience through original old buildings that are still open for business, offering everything from food to antiques and artwork by local artists. Every September, the town goes all-out with Randsburg’s Old West Day celebration, including gun fights, live music, vendors, and people wearing period-era clothing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you are looking for history, fun, a relaxed atmosphere, and a good family day out, Randsburg offers all of it. 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