Historic Photos of Birmingham (Historic Photos.)2 reviews
James L. Baggett

Turner Pub Co, 2006

Super!!

+ Exceptional

Very nice coffee table type book. The quality of the book and content are excellent. My fiance is a huge history buff from Birmingham. He read the book from cover to cover. It was a great addition and suprise to his Christmas list!
  
  











  



  
Ohio Impressions1 review

Farcountry Press, 2003

happy customer

The book arrived promptly and in perfect condition. I am very pleased with the book.
  
  











  



  
The Last Harvest: Truck Farmers in the Deep South (Center Books on the American South Series)1 review
Perry Dilbeck

Center for American Places, 2006

Eye of a Master

A book of beautiful, poignant photographs, combined with personal thoughts and insights, that give honor to a proud and noble group of people - truck farmers. Perry Dilbert's book is a must have if you are especially fond of plastic cameras (i.e. the Holga, Diana, etc.). His images are a prime ...
  
  











  



  
Atlanta (America Series)
Tanya Lloyd Kyi

Whitecap Books, 2002

This book captures what makes Atlanta so special -- a rich blend of modern cosmopolitan city and old southern charm. About the America series: As expansive as America itself, this outstanding series captures outstanding views of panoramic landscapes, brilliant city skylines, and picturesque communities. Each volume focuses on a city or state and features 96 pages and 70 stunning ...
  
  











  



  
North Carolina (America Series - Mini)
Tanya Lloyd Kyi

Whitecap Books, 2006

Enjoy the sea breezes as your ride the ferry to the Outer Banks. Experience the thrill of kayaking in the Great Smoky Mountains. Shop along the busy streets of downtown Charlotte. From city skyscrapers to wilderness retreats, this book captures the best that North Carolina has to offer. From the towering peaks of west to the crashing surf of the east, this is a state packed with diversity -- ...
  
  











  



  
Katrina: Mississippi Women Remember3 reviews

University Press of Mississippi, 2007

beautiful book

+ Katrina women portrayed realistically
+ Raw Emotion

There are so many books out there on Katrina...this one grabbed my attention because it focuses on two groups often overlooked: women and areas of the Gulf Coast other than New Orleans. I had it on my Amazon wish list for months and I'm so glad I finally bought it. Beautiful black and white ...
  
  











  



  
Historic Churches of Mississippi
Sherry Pace

University Press of Mississippi, 2007

Historic Churches of Mississippi is Sherry Pace's photographic tribute to religious architecture in Mississippi. In her new book she showcases 133 of the state's most notable historic churches and synagogues dating from the 1820s through the 1920s. Close-ups of some of the structures reveal the work of talented artisans and beautiful architectural detailing. Architectural historian Richard J. ...
  
  











  



  
Reflections of South Carolina1 review
Robert C. Clark, Thomas M. Poland

University of South Carolina Press, 1999

Excellent!

Reflections of South Carolina gives an excellent glimpse into all that is South Carolina. Photographs range from the beautiful beaches along the coast to college campuses and the biggest cities to the smallest counties throughout the state. The photographs by Robert Clark are exquisite and make ...
  
  











  



  
North Carolina Simply Beautiful
Robb Helfrick (Photographer)

Farcountry Press, 2003

North Carolina is a place that stirs the senses and awakens the spirit. This gracious southern state is defined not by random lines of longitude an latitude, but more by its welcoming people, fascinating history, and beautiful landscape. Photographer Robb Helfrick has captured these qualities skillfully in this series of striking photographs. From the highlands of the west through the ...
  
  











  



  
Washington DC: A Visual Portrait
Claire Leila Philipson

Whitecap Books, 2007

An extensive portrait of America's majestic capital. Home of the Capitol Building and the White House, as well as monuments and memorials that illustrate the dramatic history of the nation, Washington DC is the hub of political power in the United States. But the city and surrounding area also boast distinct neighborhoods, upscale shopping districts, historic homes, and picturesque parks ...
  
  











  



  
Historic Photos of Jacksonville (Historic Photos.)
Carolyn Williams

Turner Pub Co, 2006

Historic Photos of Jacksonville captures the historical growth of this city in stunning black and white photographs never published before. This book follows life, government, events and people important to Jacksonville history and the building of this unique late-blooming city. Spanning over two centuries and two hundred photographs, this is a must-have for any long-time resident or history ...
  
  











  



  
Our Texas (Our...)
Voyageur Press

Voyageur Press, 2004

Texas is the only state in the union that was once an independent nation. Perhaps its this independent spirit--and the states vast size--that has created the grand diversity that is Texas. "Our Texas" is a pictorial celebration that showcases our states stunning vistas, offering a glimpse into what makes the region so unique. From the big skies of the panhandle to the inviting beaches of the Gulf ...
  
  











  



  
Historic Photos of Chattanooga (Historic Photos.) (Historic Photos.)
William F. Hull

Turner Pub Co, 2006

By the mid-nineteenth century, the city of Chattanooga was a vibrant cultural center of the South. Through the Civil War, Reconstruction, two World Wars, and into the modern era, Chattanooga has continued to grow and prosper by overcoming adversity and maintaining the strong, independent culture of its citizens. This volume, Historic Photos of Chattanooga , captures this journey through still ...
  
  











  



  
Katrinaville Chronicles: Images and Observations from a New Orleans Photographer4 reviews
David G. Spielman

Louisiana State University Press, 2007

Excellent

+ Katrina Soup
+ Excellent Record of an Epic Disaster
+ Accurate, riveting, revealing
  
  











  



  
Washington, D.C. Wonder and Light

Mountain Trail Press, 2006

The eastern United States's most sublime scenery, as photographed by the region's best photographers, is on display in this gorgeous series. From the stunning landscapes of Washington DC and Tennessee to the majestic mountains of Virginia and the Blue Ridge Parkway, readers find themselves on a beautiful armchair journey through one of the United States's most revered natural areas. Washington ...
  
  











  



  
Under Stately Oaks: A Pictorial History of Lsu2 reviews
Thomas F. Ruffin

Louisiana State University Press, 2006

Great book! Any LSU grad will love this one...

+ Terrific gift book for any LSU grad

I really liked the old photos of Tiger Stadium and the campus. I never knew there was a lake behind the greek amphitheatre way back when. I recommend this book highly along with LSU grad Chris Warner's "A Tailgater's Guide To SEC Football". Both are very good.
  
  











  



  
Kentucky Impressions

Farcountry Press, 2004

Adam Jones’ new portfolio is full of early American history: Daniel Boone, Abraham Lincoln, Stephen Foster and "My old Kentucky home." But they bring us distinctly Kentuckian modern Americana as well: Col. Sanders Kentucky Fried Chicken, the National Corvette Museum, Louisville Slugger baseball, the Kentucky Derby. Surrounding all these human images is the dramatic natural beauty of the Bluegrass ...
  
  











  



  
South Carolina Impressions (Impressions (Farcountry Press))1 review

Farcountry Press, 2006

Awesome Photos

I highly recommend this book. The photographs are absolutely beautiful and are printed clear, crisp and with excellent resolution. Being new to South Carolina it was the perfect book to give me ideas of places to visit throughout the state. The book has photos of the entire state, from the ...
  
  











  



  
New Orleans Then and Now (Then & Now)3 reviews
Lester Sullivan

Thunder Bay Press, 2003

Concise yet authoritative

+ What was/is
+ BEAUTIFULLY DONE!

The low ranking below must result from something personal. Sullivan is a true authority as he's taught the Crescent City's twisting, multiracial history for years at the University of New Orleans. And when Orleans Parish wanted it's cab drivers to know their own landmarks, City Hall had him put ...
  
  











  



  
Charleston Come Hell or High Water: A History in Photographs2 reviews

University of South Carolina Press, 2002

An excellent way to see Charleston, through pictures

+ Wonderful photographs and insightful captioning of history!

An exciting way to visit the City of Charleston. A city that has survived five major fires, earthquakes, tornadors, cyclones, hurricanes and the 587 day siege of Charleston. Pictures show this proud old lady's struggle to survive during the last 140 years. Wonderful text by Alice Levkoff ...