Sutton publishing aug 2025 (6 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Explores how diverse cultures, beliefs, and traditions shaped the region's unique burial practices.The cemeteries of Southwest Virginia have a fascinating combination of culture, heritage, and history. The memorials present a mix of carved art and beautifully written epithets. There are memorials to occupation, passions, beliefs, or lifelong missions placed through elaborate rituals. The customs of the Appalachian region run deep, reaching back through centuries and cultures. This is no less true in the funerary rights and cemeteries where they are laid to rest. The mountains were settled by a complex combination of ethnic groups and displaced populations that brought with them a variety of beliefs and burial rites that melted into a culture stretching the entire length of the oldest ranges.Southwest Virginia is a unique pocket of mixed ideals. From simple to elaborate memorials, they all harbor unique beauty, with some stones so weatherworn that time has forgotten their occupants. Others feature entire life stories carved from unfathomable grief. Take a stroll through some of the best current and historic examples of a place where cultures and faiths come together.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A visual history of Norfolk Southern's evolution from monochrome engines to colorful heritage locomotives and beyond.The Norfolk Southern Railway, formed by the merger of the Norfolk & Western and Southern Railways in 1982, has been known since its inception for the black and white/monochrome livery applied to its locomotives. While both of its predecessors once made use of more colorful hues on their motive power, by the 1970s both roads had turned to black paint, although the Southern also included a horizontal area of off-white in what was termed the 'Tuxedo' paint scheme.In 2012, the Norfolk Southern, led by its CEO Charles W. 'Wick' Moorman, took to heart the suggestion of a young railroad enthusiast and launched the program that created 20 'Heritage' units, which utilized paint schemes from railroads that had formed the two predecessor roads. Some of these were, indeed, colorful. In subsequent years, this group of locomotives was joined by others that have liveries commemorating a variety of entities, which added to the colorful motive power fleet. In addition, it has also become increasingly common for locomotives from other railroads to operate on the NS and vice versa, adding doses of additional color to what otherwise would be rather somber-looking locomotive servicing facilities.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A haunting exploration of the Battle of Gettysburg and the restless spirits of young soldiers left behind on its blood-soaked fields.Fifty thousand soldiers died at Gettysburg, the largest and most horrific battle of the Civil War. Many of those combatants were teenagers, some no more than twelve years of age, torn from their homes amidst the turmoil of rebellion and swept along by events beyond their control, suffering devastating wounds, torturous conditions, and dying by the thousands.These men long to have their stories heard, to know they are not forgotten, a mere footnote in the larger tale of America's internal war. And they can be heard, calling out in the silvery moonlight of Devil's Den, crying out in pain and terror at Kuhn's Brickyard, and whispering ghostly messages to frightened travelers at historic taverns.There are seminal events that defy description, some so brutally violent and tragic that they infuse the very land with the trauma of their experience. The Battle of Gettysburg is one such milestone, a struggle for the soul of young America and a turning point in history.Something has been left behind, the ghostly spirits of forgotten warriors, condemned to battle for eternity.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An exploration into New Orleans forgotten spaces, revealing haunting beauty and hidden histories.Step into a hidden world as NOLADEEJ invites you on a journey through the forgotten, decaying corners of the New Orleans area. Since 2016, NOLADEEJ has been captivated by these abandoned spaces, driven by a deep passion for history and a desire to uncover the untold stories behind their walls. Through his haunting photos, this book offers readers a rare opportunity to see inside places that few dare to explore, unveiling the beauty, mystery, and sadness of structures left behind by time and nature.From the eerie remains of once-bustling hospitals and nursing homes to the haunting silence of a naval base and a theme park overtaken by nature, each location reveals a tale of life, abandonment, and decay. You'll descend into the basement morgue of a hospital submerged for over sixteen years, and witness the haunting, overgrown remains of Six Flags New Orleans, a theme park closed for Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and never reopened.With these images and stories, this book captures the delicate balance between human creation and nature's reclamation, inviting readers to step into the final chapter of these forgotten places before they vanish, taking their histories with them forever.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Explores hidden gems and iconic spots in Detroit, showcasing its rich culture, music history, and local favorites.Detroit Revealed: Another Look at the Motor City revisits the city to highlight more unseen and wonderful gems that are sure to charm the visitor. Found when working the road as a Detroit EMS paramedic, these compelling sites are frequented by the locals and are part of a rich cultural fabric woven onto the surface of the city. Visit the iconic Hitsville Museum and absorb the musical history that made the city famous. Wander through Hamtramck's Poletown and grab a sizzling hot plate of pierogis and kielbasa. Spend an evening at the classic Raven Lounge, the oldest blues club in Michigan, where such legends as B. B. King performed. Throw a colorful ball down a slick lane at the Garden Bowl, the oldest continuously operating bowling alley in the city. Another Look at the Motor City embarks on an adventurous journey into an urban setting resplendent with places that will entertain and sate the most intrepid explorer. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A richly illustrated history tracing the rise and fall of streetcars in Northeast Portland from 1888 to 1948.The story of the role played by streetcars in the development of Northeast Portland, Oregon begins in 1888, when rails were laid northward through virgin timber and bottomland towards the Columbia River. Tracks soon also extended eastward along a prehistoric dirt road leading toward the Columbia Slough. Many twists and turns were encountered before the last steel wheel turned in 1948.This tale of technological change, entrepreneurship, and murder is illustrated with carefully selected archival photographs, many never published. The first horse-drawn streetcars are seen plodding along Grand Avenue in 1888. The steam 'dummies' that took over are remembered in an 1893 image showing a fatal derailment. Amazing scenes depict narrow-gauge interurbans hurtling across high trestles. A unique subject is The Dragon, the system's only articulated streetcar. Beauty is on display in views of Portland's last new cars, the streamlined Broadways of 1932.Each chapter focuses on a classic city line that served Northeast Portland and begins with a map created for the book. A final section brings things up to date following the introduction of light rail here in 2001.…