Abandoned Southern Illinois (America Through Time) - Softcover

Wright, Michael

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1634992334 ISBN 13: 9781634992336

Publisher: America Through Time, 2020

Synopsis

Explores Southern Illinois' abandoned buildings and machinery, capturing their history through photography and digital art.

Have you ever passed an empty building and wondered its age, why it was built, and who worked there? Maybe you notice the deterioration and wonder why it was abandoned. Did you stop and take a closer look? These neglected sites sparked an interest in author Michael G. Wright, leading him to an adventure to satisfy his curiosity of the past. He spent years researching and photographing Southern Illinois’ old and unusual buildings, trains, machinery, and more. These daring expeditions earned him the name “Indiana Mike.” Using rich colors and digital art, the author takes readers on a journey through the past of Southern Illinois. Some may remember these places as they used to be, full of workers and bustling with activity. Pay attention to the craftsmanship and pride that was put into these structures. One of these days, they will be gone forever.

About this title

About the Author

Michael Wright is a Natural Sciences graduate from Cambridge University and a member of the Association of British Science Writers. He has authored, edited, and contributed to many books in the field of wildlife, natural history, health and the environment, including: Reader's Digest Facts at Your Fingertips, Scientific American How Things Work Today; Reader's Digest Book of Amazing Facts; and Britain's Wildlife, Plants and Flowers.

Edition details

• Publisher: America Through Time
• Publication date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1634992334
• ISBN 13: 9781634992336
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 96