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A vivid journey through Idaho’s forgotten mining towns, blending history, photography, and the lure of lost treasure.
Begin your adventure through the hidden treasures of Idaho's rugged mountain landscapes with Howard Frisk's Abandoned Mines of Western Idaho. This meticulously researched book unveils a fascinating tapestry of forgotten history, taking readers deep into the heart of abandoned mines that once echoed with the hustle and bustle of prospectors and miners seeking to change their fortune with gold and silver.
The author’s narratives weave seamlessly between the past and present, offering compelling accounts of the Gem State’s mining legacy. Through his detailed anecdotes readers can experience historical empathy with the men and women who toiled endlessly in incredibly harsh and dangerous conditions. Enhanced by numerous present day high-quality color photographs juxtaposed with haunting black-and-white historical images, the book captures the stark beauty and eerie allure of these forsaken sites.
Whether you are a history enthusiast, an adventurer at heart, or simply curious about the untold stories beneath Idaho's unforgiving mountains, Howard's work is a treasure trove of information and imagery. Abandoned Mines of Western Idaho is an adventure that awaits you within its pages.
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.
