Description
1977 Third printing. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-preserved third printing of Robert L. Brown’s “Colorado Ghost Towns Past and Present” offers a captivating journey into the remnants of Colorado’s mining boom era. Published in 1977, this comprehensive guide delves into the rich history and lore surrounding the state’s abandoned settlements, once thriving hubs of activity during the 19th-century gold and silver rushes.
Brown’s meticulous research and vivid storytelling transport readers to the dusty streets and crumbling facades of these forgotten towns, painting a vivid picture of the hopes, dreams, and hardships of the pioneers who sought their fortunes in the rugged Colorado wilderness. From the legendary mining camps of Leadville and Cripple Creek to lesser-known but equally fascinating locales, this volume serves as a time capsule, preserving the tales of boom and bust that shaped the state’s unique cultural tapestry.
While the book itself bears the gentle patina of age, with minor wear and the absence of a dust jacket, its well-preserved pages and secure binding ensure a seamless reading experience. For collectors and enthusiasts of Western Americana, this edition represents a rare opportunity to own a piece of Colorado’s captivating past, a testament to the resilience and determination of those who dared to tame the untamed frontier.
