On August 15, 1945, as Bostonians celebrated the end of World War II, a well-dressed woman asked a teenage boy to watch her newborn baby. She promised to return after...
The Church of the Holy Spirit was founded by Annie Lawrence Rotch as a memorial to her father, Benjamin Smith Rotch. She said in her booklet, Early Days of the...
Against the backdrop of majestic mountains, rivers, and streams that showcase Oregon’s beauty lie many true crime stories. Hidden amongst the otherwise serene landscape are murderers and serial killers. Read...
The story of Cairo, Illinois, is one of constant struggle, beginning with repeated attempts to establish the town. Those efforts eventually paid off: Cairo grew from just a handful of...
Pennsylvania Railroad History: Where Rails Converge invites readers on a vivid journey into Pennsylvania’s rich railroading past. Beneath the state’s rolling hills and quiet towns lie forgotten tunnels, abandoned turntables,...
This book explores the rich history and beautiful imagery of Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum in Cincinnati, Ohio. Chartered in 1845, 450 acres are beautifully landscaped, with another 300 acres...
When you explore Missouri, you may come across the maintained gristmills in the Ozarks, the charming small towns, or the prosperous urban centers that tell the story of the communities...
Chicago: Seeing and Photographing the Windy City provides a visual exploration of one of the most photogenic cities in North America. Photographer Steve Geer shares his pictorial knowledge of Chicago...
Buried Dallas Fort Worth is your photographic companion to the fascinating world of North Texas cemeteries. More than simple graveyards, these sites are some of the region’s most enriching roadside...
In 1938, the City of Denver donated more than 65,000 acres southeast of the city to the War Department for use as a bombing range. Preparing for the looming threat...
