Following his introduction to North Carolina's pottery scene while working as a small town newspaper photographer in the 1970s, Stephen C. Compton was on the path to becoming one of the region's top pottery collectors and noted experts on the subject. An eighth generation North Carolinian, Steve's interests include the state's 18th and 19th century earthenware and stoneware traditions, as well as its early to mid-20th century art potteries, and how these traditions inform the work of hundreds of the state's contemporary clay artists today.
Before retiring in 2013, Neolia Cole, the eighty-six year old daughter of potter Arthur Ray Cole, was first to arrive and last to leave the Cole's Pottery shop. She possesses...
Potter, teacher, and writer Jack Troy once said, "If North America has a âpottery state,' it must be North Carolina." North Carolina Potteries Through Time proves to readers that his...
Located near the geographic heart of North Carolina, Seagrove is known as the pottery town. Though not the only place where pottery has been made in the state, when you...
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A clever collaboration between potter, Herman C. Cole, and artist and entrepreneur, Anna M. Graham, led to the creation of Hillside Pottery in 1927. Located along the banks of the...
H. Leslie Moody and Frances Johnson Moody never owned the company outright, but their dreams shaped North Carolinaâs Hyalyn Porcelain, Inc. and drove it forward to the satisfaction of an...
Explore the history of North Carolina Moravian pottery. Learn about master potters Gottfried Aust and Rudolph Christ, rare Salem stoneware, and collectibles. North Carolinaâs eighteenth and nineteenth-century Moravian potters were...
đ¸â¨ Just picked up NolaDeejâs *Deserted New Orleans* and it is outstanding!
It is outstanding to learn the history of abandoned New Orleans from a true native who knows every back road and forgotten corner of the city. His passion for the lost and forgotten is evident on every single page â you can feel the respect and wonder in his words and photos as he brings those haunting landmarks back to life.
The images pull you right in, capturing that beautiful Southern decay and the stories time tried to erase. Itâs the kind of book that makes you slow down, linger, and really see the magic in what most folks drive right past.
Highly recommended for your coffee table â itâs one youâll keep coming back to with your morning coffee, flipping through and getting lost in the history all over again. If you love urban exploration, Southern charm, or just damn good storytelling through pictures, this oneâs a must-have. đ¤ đ
Big thanks to NolaDeej for sharing his hometownâs hidden side with the world!
Deserted New Orleans: A Journey Through Abandoned Landmarks
Stephanie
This author does an excellent job at explaining the importance and history behind these now abandoned buildings. The photographs in this book are breathtaking. Every page you turn feels like youâre transported back in time. I highly recommend this book if youâre interested in history and abandoned asylums. 100/10!
Abandoned Asylums and Institutions of Massachusetts: The Bay State of Decay Rises
Rosa
Incredible history of New jerseyâs southern beaches towns with great photos!
I purchased this second volume of the Ocean Access series; part one was for the northern beaches (point pleasant, LBI) - this one covers those between Atlantic City and Cape May. While Iâve been to both of these towns, Iâve never made to the other ones featured in this book and WOW - they look amazing. Avalon, Sea isle City, Stone Harbor - The photos in this book make these towns look like postcards. I always wanted to learn about how these shore towns began, and these two Ocean Access books explain it perfectly.
Ocean Access: The Beachfront Towns of Atlantic & Cape May County, New Jersey
Ruth Mattingly
Great Asylum Documentation
Excellent documentation of the many asylums of New York. Great photography and plenty of interesting facts. Also a great explorer :)
Abandoned Asylums and Institutions of New York: The Empire State Strikes Back
C Sonder
âMemphis: Juke Joints, Civil Rights, and Soulful Nightsâ by Adam David is a heartfelt photographic tribute to the rich history and vibrant culture of Memphis. Through compelling street photography, David captures the cityâs essenceâfrom its musical heritage and civil rights landmarks to the enduring spirit of its people. This collection not only showcases iconic scenes but also delves into the narratives that have shaped Memphis, making it a must-have for both locals and visitors seeking a deeper connection to the city and the indelible mark it made on the blues and beyond.
Memphis: Juke Joints, Civil Rights, and Soulful Nights
Excellent book! It was such a good read, that I couldn't put it down. There were great stories with lots of interesting facts. Barry's writing style makes the reading informative and interesting. And each story includes amazing photographs that brought me right there to the scene of the action.
