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A Brief History of Fort Washington, Pennsylvania: From Farmland to Suburb
Lewis and Trudy Keen
This brief history tells a story of Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, that few know. Drawing on a wealth of original documents, Lewis and Trudy Keen explore the area’s colorful past and provide an account of the characters, events, neighborhoods and businesses that have made Fort Washington a flourishing community. test |
978-1-59629-127-0
128 pp.
$21.99
Over 180 Black and White Photographs
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Date:
June 2006
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A Guide to Historic Charlottesville and Albemarle County, Virginia
Jean L. Cooper
Charlottesville and surrounding Albemarle County exude the grand atmosphere of a region steeped in some of our nation’s most unforgettable personalities and events— Thomas Jefferson, Stonewall Jackson and monuments of Confederate battles. Jean Cooper brings the area to life in this guide to Charlottesville’s most historic sections. |
978-1-59629-173-7
144 pp.
$19.99
Over 40 Black and White Photographs
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Date:
August 2007
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A History of Company C, 50th Pennsylvania Veteran Volunteer Infantry Regiment: From the Camp, the Battlefield and the Prison Pen, 1861–1865
J. Stuart Richards
This collection of Civil War soldiers’ letters home, personal narratives and official reports provides a glimpse into the life and hardships of the war’s most horrific battles. |
978-1-59629-089-1
224 pp.
$21.99
Over 20 Black and White Photographs
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Date:
May 2006
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A History of Oakland: The Story of Our Village
Kevin Heffernan
Tucked away in the northwestern corner of Bergen County, Oakland was for years a peacefully undiscovered outpost. Yet as Kevin Heffernan chronicles in A History of Oakland, the town’s placid, easygoing character belies a fascinating and deeply engrossing history. |
978-1-59629-334-2
128 pp.
$21.99
Over 70 Black and White Photographs
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Date:
November 2007
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Anthracite Roots: Generations of Coal Mining in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania
Joseph W. Leonard III
The story of life in a coal-mining town in Pennsylvania told through the words of one extraordinary family that provided a demanding industry with generation after generation of miners. Complete with more than 40 photos. |
978-1-59629-050-1
96 pp.
$16.99
Over 40 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
June 2005
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Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, Decoys & Long Guns: Tales of Carroll's Island Ducking Club
C. John Sullivan Jr.
In this warm, informative book, C. John Sullivan Jr., one of the nation's leading decoy collectors and scholars, documents the development of the Chesapeake Bay retriever and how gunners once devised decoys and new firearms and enjoyed the bounty of the Chesapeake Bay. Eventually Carroll's Island Ducking Club would disappear, but its legacy can still be seen today in the role members played in establishing the Chesapeake Bay retriever as Maryland's state dog. |
978-1-59629-462-2
160 pp.
$21.99
Over 40 Black & White Photographs
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Date:
March 2008
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Colonial Inns and Taverns of Bucks County: How Pubs, Taprooms and Hostelries Made Revolutionary History
Marie Murphy Duess
Author Marie Murphy Duess filters the Revolutionary history of Bucks County through the area's wide array of taprooms and discovers a fascinating facet of life in early Pennsylvania. |
978-1-59629-344-1
160 pp.
$21.99
Over 90 Black and White Photographs
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Date:
December 2007
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Death in the Mines: Disasters and Rescues in the Anthracite Coal Fields of Pennsylvania
J. Stuart Richards
Since 1870, mining disasters have claimed the lives of thirty thousand miners who toiled underground in the anthracite mines of Pennsylvania. The constant threat of explosions, cave-ins and deadly gas brought miners face to face with death on a daily basis. This is a startling yet thoughtful tribute to a sometimes overlooked, often unappreciated industry. |
978-1-59629-211-6
128 pp.
$19.99
Over 60 Black and White Photographs
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Date:
March 2007
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Delaware Lights: A History of Lighthouses in the First State
Bob Trapani Jr.
The executive director of the American Lighthouse Foundation illuminates the history of twenty-seven Delaware beacons. Includes details of the lighthouses’ construction and changes through the years, and features dramatic tales of their keepers, who braved storms, isolation and poor conditions so that the lights would stay burning for those at sea. |
978-1-59629-021-1
160 pp.
$19.99
Over 50 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
March 2007
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Druid Hill Park: The Heart of Historic Baltimore
Eden Unger Bowditch
Anne Draddy
This beautifully illustrated history tells the story of Druid Hill from the seventeenth century until today, and celebrates this natural refuge for fun and relaxation in urban Baltimore. |
978-1-59629-209-3
160 pp.
$19.99
Over 90 Black & White Photographs
Publication
Date:
April 2008
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Forgotten Tales of Long Island
Richard Panchyk
In this enthralling new book, Richard Panchyk has compiled a collection of true stories from Long Island's history sure to befuddle, baffle and bemuse even lifelong residents. |
978-1-59629-381-6
160 pp.
$14.99
Over 15 Black & White Photographs
Publication
Date:
March 2008
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Ghent: John Graham’s Dream, Norfolk, Virginia’s Treasure
Amy Waters Yarsinske
Ghent has a story to tell that transcends its historic port city lineage, reaching national importance in its planning and execution. Despite changing times and tastes, Ghent’s period architecture, tree-lined streets and attractive waterfront location combine to ensure that Ghent will remain a beloved, integral area of Norfolk for generations. |
978-1-59629-187-4
192 pp.
$24.99
Over 150 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
October 2006
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Ghosts of Mount Holly: A History of Haunted Happenings
Jan Lynn Bastien
Bringing a whole new meaning to the term
“historical interaction,” Bastien visits firehouses, taverns and cemeteries to exhume those bits of the past whose clammy fingers still cling to the present. The vividness of her spellbinding accounts will have you smelling the sulfur of dead-but-not-departed Hessian mercenaries in less time than it takes to shiver. |
978-1-59629-372-4
128 pp.
$19.99
Over 30 Black & White Photographs
Publication
Date:
April 2008
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Greater Raleigh Court: A History of Wasena, Virginia Heights, Norwich and Raleigh Court
C. Nelson Harris
Mayor and author Nelson Harris tells the story of this neighborhood through an exploration of its old residential streets, its historic bridges and buildings—including the renowned Grandin Theater—and brings to life each era of a history that is marked by both controversy and pride. |
978-1-59629-235-2
128 pp.
$19.99
Over 80 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
November 2007
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Greene County, Virginia: A Brief History
Donald D. Covey
In this in-depth look at Greene County’s vibrant past, historian Donald D. Covey—former president of the county’s historical society—explores Greene
County from the first settlement through the Civil War and beyond. |
978-1-59629-311-3
128 pp.
$21.99
Over 30 Black and White
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Date:
November 2007
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Herndon: A History in Images
Charles V. Mauro
A companion to Chuck Mauro’s Herndon: A Town and its History, this compilation of modern and archival photographs provides a window to Herndon’s past and illustrates the diverse aspects of this town since its founding through to the atmosphere and architecture of the town today. |
978-1-59629-037-2
160 pp.
$19.99
Over 240 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
June 2005
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Herndon: A Town and its History
Charles V. Mauro
A definitive volume about a Virginia town steeped in history, and enriched by a multitude of exceptional individuals who have shaped Herndon during its fascinating past. |
978-1-59629-026-6
224 pp.
$24.99
80 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
November 2004
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Johnstown, Pennsylvania: A History, Part One 1895 – 1936
Randy Whittle
In this first installment of a two-volume set, local author Randy Whittle explores in-depth the history of this quintessential American community that has endured and prospered through the generations. |
978-1-59629-051-8
256 pp.
$26.99
Over 60 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
December 2005
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Johnstown, Pennsylvania: A History, Part Two 1937 – 1980
Randy Whittle
The history of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, is a testament to the strength of the people who call the city home. In this second volume of Johnstown history, Randy Whittle presents the city’s past from flood to flood, spanning politics, economics, education, civic reform and entertainment. |
978-1-59629-052-5
256 pp.
$24.99
Over 10 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
February 2007
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Lightships: Floating Lighthouses of the Mid-Atlantic
Wayne Kirklin
Before radar, depth finders and satellite-guided navigation—before the seafloor was charted with scientific precision—mariners had to rely on alternative means to approach a coastline safely. Lightships played an invaluable role in filling the void. In Lightships, author Wayne Kirklin chronicles the heyday of these crucial
navigational aids. |
978-1-59629-350-2
128 pp.
$19.99
Over 30 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
September 2007
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Mayday! Shipwrecks, Tragedies & Tales from Long Island's Eastern Shore
Van R. Field
Since the mid-1600's, eastern Long Island's shoals, sandbars and assorted submerged hazards have caused many an unlucky vessel to become shipwrecked. In MAYDAY!, author Van R. Field painstakingly assembles a compendium of Long Island's most harrowing, amazing and notorious shipwrecks and ocean-going incidents. |
978-1-59629-247-5
96 pp.
$17.99
Over 20 Black & White Photographs
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Date:
February 2008
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Mid-Maryland History: Conflict, Growth and Change
Edited by Barbara M. Powell
Edited by Michael A. Powell
Threading a path through the ravages of the Civil War, the rails of industrialization and the soul-searching of the protest movement, editors Michael and Barbara Powell have chosen essays by local historians that paint a provocative portrait of mid-Maryland's history. |
978-1-59629-456-1
224 pp.
$21.99
Over 30 Black & White Photographs
Publication
Date:
April 2008
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Mid-Maryland: A Crossroads of History
Edited by Michael A. Powell and Bruce A. Thompson
This collection of compelling and insightful essays offers fresh perspectives on an area incomparably rich in history, taking the reader on a tour of some of the most critical themes—such as the events and effects of the Civil War, African American history and historic preservation efforts—in the region's past. |
978-1-59629-071-6
192 pp.
$21.99
Over 30 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
December 2005
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Montpelier and the Madisons: House, Home and American Heritage
Matthew G. Hyland
Montpelier has been occupied by many historical figures, but the period during which the Madisons possessed it remains the most intriguing. Historian Matthew G. Hyland’s study presents the history of one the Piedmont’s great family estates. |
978-1-59629-277-2
128 pp.
$19.99
Over 20 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
August 2007
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Murder on Maryland's Eastern Shore: Race, Politics and the Case of Orphan Jones
Joseph E. Moore
This fascinating new work reveals in stunning detail the case of Euel Lee (alias Orphan Jones), who was accused and eventually convicted of murdering a family of four in Eastern Maryland in the 1930s. Joseph E. Moore tells this true story in compelling narrative, replete with historical fact collected through exacting research. |
978-1-59629-077-8
256 pp.
$24.99
Over 40 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
February 2006
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My Unexpected Journey: The Autobiography of Governor Harry Roe Hughes
Harry Roe Hughes
With John W. Frece
Harry Roe Hughes rose from a sleepy Eastern Shore town to become one of the most influential governors in Maryland history. In his thirty-year political career, Hughes’s efforts—major education reform, protection of the Chesapeake Bay and more—left a lasting and significant impact on the lives of all Marylanders. |
978-1-59629-117-1
256 pp.
$36.99
Over 70 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
August 2006
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New City Upon a Hill: A History of Columbia, Maryland
David Stebenne and Joseph Rocco Mitchell
Published in anticipation of Columbia’s fortieth anniversary, this books showcases the history of one of the nation’s leading “new towns.” Built from the brilliant plan developed by visionary designer James Rouse, Columbia’s innovative design is the foundation for a unique community that has thrived for decades and flourishes today. |
978-1-59629-067-9
224 pp.
$24.99
Over 60 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
April 2007
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Peekskill's African American History: A Hudson Valley Community's Untold Story
John J. Curran
The first African Americans of Peekskill had
no choice in making the Hudson Valley
their home. What they did choose was what kind
of home to make of it—choices that were to shape
both their community and the course of American
history. Meet both the African American sharpshooter who helped swing the balance
of the American Revolution and the people whose quiet, consistent contributions were no less dynamic in bringing about social change.
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978-1-59629-484-4
160 pp.
$19.99
Over 80 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
May 2008
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Remembering Fairfax County, Virginia
Karl Reiner
The historical articles in this collection chronicle the past of Fairfax County, Virginia, during some of the most influential periods in American history. Fairfax County has changed dramatically, but the events and people that shaped this section of northern Virginia have not been forgotten. |
978-1-59629-096-9
128 pp.
$18.99
3 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
April 2006
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Remembering Kensington & Fishtown: Philadelphia's Riverward Neighborhoods
Kenneth W. Milano
In Kensington & Fishtown, native son Kenneth W. Milano presents a collection of fascinating and diverse articles from his column The Rest is History. Relive the golden age of Kensington and Fishtown as you learn about their fascinating pasts. |
978-1-59629-448-6
128 pp.
$19.99
Over 25 Black & White Photographs
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Date:
May 2008
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Remembering Lynchburg and Central Virginia: Articles from the News and Advance
Darrell Laurant
This collection of writings unearths the various layers of history that have shaped Lynchburg and the surrounding area. From the banks and waters of the James River, which runs through Lynchburg, to Thomas Jefferson, who was a frequent visitor to the city and neighboring Bedford County, the history of the Lynchburg area speaks volumes to the inquisitive visitor or lifelong resident alike. |
978-1-59629-082-2
96 pp.
$16.99
Publication
Date:
October 2005
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Remembering Niagara: Tales from Beyond the Falls
Bob Kostoff
In Remembering Niagara, local journalist Bob Kostoff has collected the best of his Nuggets of Niagara County History column, first published in the Niagara Falls Reporter, documenting the county's history from its early settlers through later engineering marvels. |
978-1-59629-451-6
128 pp.
$19.99
Over 25 Black & White Photographs
Publication
Date:
April 2008
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Remembering Winchester, Virginia: The Best of
Adrian O'Connor
Winchester, Virginia—in the heart of the northern Shenandoah Valley—is a city steeped in history. This collection of historical vignettes reveals the stories of the people who have shaped Winchester's history, and their impact on the larger history of Virginia. |
978-1-59629-100-3
128 pp.
$18.99
Over 20 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
April 2006
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Saratoga Springs, New York: A Brief History
Timothy Holmes
The springs of Saratoga had already established the city as the center of a thriving wellness trade when a thrill-seeking public demanded more excitement. Gambling and horse racing flourished, eventually giving the city a reputation for wickedness and seedy splendor. Today, after decades in which economic and societal changes seemed to write the city a death sentence, Saratoga has recaptured the verve of the earlier age, reinvigorated by new people and fresh ideas.
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978-1-59629-452-3
160 pp.
$19.99
Over 130 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
May 2008
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Showing the Flag: The Civil War Naval Diary of Moses Safford
Larry Bopp and Stephen Bockmiller
As the Civil War raged at home, naval yeoman Moses Safford toured the Mediterranean on the USS Constellation, dispatched in 1862 to “show the flag.” Safford kept a diary throughout the voyage, commenting on events at home and around the world as well as on life aboard ship. |
978-1-59629-014-3
384 pp.
$34.99
32 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
- 2004
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Somerset County, Maryland: A Brief History
Jason Rhodes
From its first sighting by European explorers in 1498, Somerset County on Maryland’s Eastern Shore has played a significant role in America’s heritage. In this volume, award-winning journalist Jason Rhodes details the important events and colorful characters that have made Somerset County such a well-loved place for generations of residents and visitors. |
978-1-59629-273-4
128 pp.
$19.99
Over 50 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
September 2007
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Somerset County, Pennsylvania: A History in Images
Sister Anne Frances Pulling
Nestled in the picturesque Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania, Somerset County has a rich and vibrant history that stretches across two centuries. In this photographic collection, local historian Pulling brings to life the characters and communities that make up this “Roof Garden of Pennsylvania.” |
978-1-59629-240-6
160 pp.
$21.99
Over 170 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
April 2007
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South Norfolk, Virginia 1661-2005: A Definitive History, Volume I
Raymond L. Harper
In this first volume, lifelong resident and local historian Raymond Harper honors the dynamic history of South Norfolk by focusing not only on the founding fathers and early industries that shaped the city, but also upon the lives of everyday families and individuals that have made South Norfolk home. |
978-1-59629-065-5
224 pp.
$24.99
Over 190 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
December 2005
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South Norfolk, Virginia 1661-2005: A Definitive History, Volume II
Raymond L. Harper
In the second volume of this definitive history, Raymond Harper continues to chronicle the rise of South Norfolk. The result is an accessible and entertaining narrative that recounts the community's history and the topical histories of many civic organizations, the local government and leading businesses. |
978-1-59629-066-2
192 pp.
$24.99
Over 170 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
December 2005
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Southside Virginia: Echoing Through History
Herman Melton
A unique history permeates Southside Virginia, a grouping of seven picturesque counties in south central Virginia. In this compelling new book, author and historian Herman Melton explores the past of this beautiful area, revealing a history that is both illuminating and tumultuous and spans the gamut of the American experience. |
978-1-59629-137-9
128 pp.
$18.99
Over 10 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
December 2006
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The History of Ironclads: The Power of Iron Over Wood
John V. Quarstein
This landmark book documents the dramatic history of Civil War ironclad warships and reveals how famous vessels like the USS Monitor and CSS Virginia revolutionized naval warfare. Extensively researched and stunningly written, this volume appeals to Civil War, naval and military history buffs everywhere. |
978-1-59629-118-6
288 pp.
$24.99
Over 80 Black and White Photographs and Illustrations
Publication
Date:
March 2007
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True Richmond Stories: Historic Tales from Virginia's Capital
Harry Kollatz Jr.
Scene of Patrick Henry’s “give me liberty or give me death” speech, Richmond pulses with history. Since 1992, Richmond magazine columnist Harry Kollatz Jr. has recorded the city’s heritage in “Flashback.” This collection of Kollatz’s most
entertaining columns will delight all who love the River City. |
978-1-59629-268-0
160 pp.
$19.99
Over 45 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
September 2007
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Washington's Haunted Past: Capital Ghosts of America
Pamela E. Apkarian-Russell
From the halls of the Capitol Building to the Lincoln bedroom, Washington is teeming with the ghostly specters of politicians and their cohorts from days gone by. “Halloween Queen” Pamela Apkarian-Russell presents this spooky collection of tales focusing on our nation’s capital, where the ghosts outnumber the politicians, and are often even more mischievous than their living counterparts. |
978-1-59629-181-2
128 pp.
$19.99
Over 40 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
October 2006
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Wicked Washington: Mysteries, Murder & Mayhem in America's Capital
Troy Taylor
An addictive and fascinating read that traces the criminal history of our nation's capital, from the bloody site of the city's most famous murder to dark deeds involving politicians from both sides of the aisle. Includes a look at the mysteries surrounding the Lincoln assassination, death by duels and the infamous Washington Vampire. |
978-1-59629-302-1
128 pp.
$19.99
Over 35 Black and White Photographs
Publication
Date:
December 2007
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