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Tucson, Arizona, is home to a diverse population that lives in tandem with the environment. It's also where the high Sonoran Desert gives way to towering sky islands to create one of the most picturesque settings to ever host a major metropolitan era. With 117 eye-catching photos, this historic city comes to life. Tour Barrio Viejo, Tucson's oldest neighborhood, and visit the La Pilita Museum, Fox Tucson Theatre, and Hotel Congress - where the infamous John Dillinger stayed. See the historic Mission San Xavier del Bac and the popular Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum while taking in the breathtaking landscape, including Mount Lemmon, that has captivated both residents and tourists for centuries. A great keepsake that you'll enjoy viewing again and again.

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Pennsylvania’s Lancaster County. Those words conjure images of sprawling, fertile farmland, horses with buggies, and covered bridges. But Lancaster County is much more. The historic City of Lancaster is home to a large historic district and is a popular destination for the arts. Bucolic rolling hills give way to the charming towns of Columbia, Ephrata, and Marietta. Quaint Strasburg is now known as "Train Town USA" because of the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania and the multitude of railroad-themed attractions. Lititz is recognized as one of the National Trusts for Historic Preservation's 2009 Dozen Distinctive Destinations. This book features pictures of two Lancaster Counties: the historic one with yesteryear charm, and the dynamic Lancaster one with creative appeal. More than 100 vivid photographs and informative captions make this the perfect keepsake for residents and visitors alike.

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While Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is best know for the role it played in a pivotal three-day battle in 1863 during America's Civil War, the beauty of this historic town and its surroundings are less well known. Over 140 eye-catching color photos and an engaging text reveal beauty and history, including sites such as Lincoln Square, the Lutheran Theological Seminary, Gettysburg College, historic houses and shops along Baltimore, Carlisle, Chambersburg, and York Streets, Steinwehr Avenue, Taneytown Road, the Gettysburg Hotel, the Soldier's National Cemetery, and, of course, Gettysburg National Military Park. Victorian homes, including structures that played an active role in the Battle of Gettysburg, and a sampling from the roughly 1,400 monuments dedicated to Civil War soldiers, generals, and battalions are all included. This is the perfect guide for visitors and residents of historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

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York has been has been at the crossroads of American history for over 265 years. The first town west of the Susquehanna River, it was an early gateway for westward migration, played roles in both the American Revolution and Civil War, and contributed greatly to the Industrial Revolution. Take a tour of this historic town from humble eighteenth century buildings withstanding the test of time to the brand new office towers that herald a twenty-first century revitalization. The façades of York tell stories about early settlement, the fight for independence, economic prosperity, decline, and rebirth. The streets are an open-air gallery of architectural achievement, offering a diverse array of styles encompassing portions of four centuries. Beautiful photographs and stories showcase the charm and wonder of a small-town growing into a metropolis of historic relevance.

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The Delaware Coast conjures images of pastel sunrises and brilliant sunsets, of historic communities and wooden boardwalks, of memories past and vacations present. The essence of the Delaware coast is captured in over 240 of the author’s stunning photographs of Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, Bethany Beach, and Fenwick Island, as well as state parks at Cape Henlopen, Delaware Seashore, and Fenwick Island. Tour Delaware’s coastal towns, beaches, and bays through this keepsake book, and visit them all year long.

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Take a ghostly tour of York, Pennsylvania, to learn about myths, legends, and ghost stories that haunt this historic town! Visit ghosts at the Goodridge House on a stop at the Underground Railroad or a ghost rider at Crispus Attucks Learning Center's playground. Relax with ghosts George and Martha at York Little Theater or a cigar-smoking spirit at the Strand-Capitol. Be prepared to cringe as you learn about the great cannibal trial at the York County Judicial Center or bats at Junior Achievement! Whether witchcraft, murder, or the gates of hell, York has the haunts for you!

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The “Gunfight at the O.K. Corral” has made Tombstone, Arizona, the most famous Wild West town in America. A century and a quarter after the Earp brothers and "Doc" Holliday faced off against the Clanton and McLaury brothers, their story continues to captivate and polarize. Tombstone includes a detailed account of the famous street fight as well as 100 colorful photos of the western town—historic Allen Street, Tombstone Courthouse State Park, Boot Hill Cemetery, early public buildings and churches, and more. Combined with informative captions, these images tell the many stories of this iconic town. Experience a taste of the Wild West. Experience Tombstone.

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Nestled among the rolling hills of South Central Pennsylvania, six counties – Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, and York – are home to more than three centuries of history and architecture. Beginning with early eighteenth century buildings, almost every style of American architecture is featured in the region's mid-sized cities, charming towns, and quaint villages. Susquehanna Valley buildings showcase excellent examples of Colonial, Early Republic, Victorian, and twentieth-century architectural movements. Featured are educational narratives of three dozen styles as well as special sections on a variety of building types, including farmers' markets and train stations, all brought to life by more than 180 full-color photos. Join author and photographer Scott D. Butcher on an enlightening tour featuring the best of American architecture as seen through the eyes of the region's architects and builders.

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