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Delve into the rich history of Idaho's mining legacy with Howard Frisk's Abandoned Mines of Eastern Idaho. Take a captivating journey through time and unravel the stories behind these once-thriving mining camps that now lie desolate and silent. Explore the hidden stories behind these forgotten mines based upon extensive research and clear and concise narratives.
What sets this book apart is its ability to foster historical empathy. Mining was dangerous. Some miners found their futures, and some found their ends. Miners lived a hard life, made evident through their first-hand accounts and rare historical photographs. Displayed alongside recently taken color photographs, the stark reality between then and now is shocking. Readers will feel as if they are there, exploring the remnants of an era long gone.
Written for history buffs or the curious, Abandoned Mines of Eastern Idaho is an immersive experience that goes beyond facts and dates. Begin your exploration of Idaho's mining history, with photographs and stories of the mines and miners that toiled in their subterranean world.
Howard Frisk has a passion for capturing the beautiful landscape of Washington State through his photography, as well as the abandoned farmhouses, barns, steam locomotives, and other relics of the state’s pioneering days. His favorite activity is taking road trips to the rural areas of Eastern Washington to photograph iconic landscapes and historical sites. Howard's photographs of Washington State have been published in numerous regional travel guides, books, calendars, and websites. His work has been displayed in juried photography exhibitions and art galleries in his hometown of Puyallup, Washington. Howard is the founder of two fine art and stock photography websites: SeattlePhotographs.com and WashingtonPhotographs.com.
