Lost America, Volume II: From the Mississippi to the Pacific (Dover Architecture)

Lost America, Volume II: From the Mississippi to the Pacific (Dover Architecture) by Greiff, Constance M.. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780486473123.

Since the spread of westward expansion, countless civic buildings, hotels, and other historic structures have been lost forever to the wrecking ball. This handsome volume of more than 300 images is part of a two-book set that chronicles Americas disappearing architectural heritage. In addition to honoring the past, these volumes issue a warning to preserve the places that define the national sense of identity. Numerous historical and preservation groups, including the National Trust for Historic Preservation, contributed photographs and drawings to this collection. Illustrations range from well-known sites such as the OK Corral and Santa Fe Depot to less familiar buildings, including scores of courthouses, theaters, banks, bookstores, and magnificent private homes. Each image is accompanied by a detailed caption, and this edition features a new preface by the author.