The Pinos Altos Story [Paperback]

Description

1970 printing by The Silver City Enterprise. Paperback cover has some light wear and creases. Pages are clean with no marks. Staple binding is secure.

This scarce local history publication offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich mining heritage of Pinos Altos, a once-thriving silver mining town in southwestern New Mexico. Published in 1970, this work captures the spirit of a bygone era, when the pursuit of precious metals drove the settlement and development of the American West. Meticulously researched and written with a keen eye for detail, “The Pinos Altos Story” transports readers back in time, vividly depicting the harsh realities and triumphs of life in a remote mining camp. From the initial discovery of silver to the boom and eventual bust, this book chronicles the rise and fall of a community inextricably tied to the fortunes of the mines that sustained it. Collectors of regional histories, mining lore, and Western Americana will appreciate this rare and insightful volume, a true treasure for those seeking to understand the pioneer spirit that shaped the rugged landscapes of the Southwest.