Past and Present

The Past and Present American history book series offers a special view of American life by placing historical images side-by-side with contemporary photographs. Witness for yourself how towns like Concord, Capitol Hill, and Exeter have changed throughout the years. Understand the evolution of American enterprises, from the coal industry in southwestern Pennsylvania to the railways of Los Angeles. These Past and Present books help illuminate the connections between America’s yesterday and its tomorrow.
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Clinton and Kirkland
Clinton and Kirkland
Auburn
Auburn
Patchogue
Patchogue

Clinton and Kirkland

9781467161459

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The village of Clinton and town of Kirkland are neighboring communities in central New York. Clinton was founded in 1787 and has served as an educational hub anchored by Hamilton College. Clara Barton, Grover Cleveland, and Leland Stanford were educated here, along with Elihu Root, who received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1912. The natural resources of Clinton and Kirkland, including Oriskany Creek and hematite ore, facilitated local prosperity.

Clinton native Zach Lewis, an educator, journalist, and photographer, explores the area’s heritage, highlighting the evolving landscape and why he believes that “all roads lead to Clinton.”


Clinton and Kirkland

Auburn

9781467161145

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Auburn was founded in 1793 and started as an agricultural community that grew sweet corn and potatoes. The city transitioned into an industrial center with factories that produced rope, shoes, and harvesting machinery. Today, Auburn is a tourist destination in the heart of the Finger Lakes, boasting the historic homes of Harriet Tubman, William H. Seward, and John Foster Dulles.
Auburn

Patchogue

9781467106269

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Author Steven M. Lucas provides a glimpse into the lively story of Patchogue through the comparison of historic and modern photographs that showcase how this small farming community developed into the vibrant place it is today.

Beginning with its origins in the 18th century as a sparsely populated farming community, Patchogue has had to reinvent itself many times. Farming, milling, boatbuilding, commercial fishing, large industry, tourism and recreation, small retail, and restaurants have all played major roles in the history and development of Patchogue. As an officer and trustee of the Greater Patchogue Historical Society for over 20 years, author Steven M. Lucas was given access to the society's archives to gather the images contained within this publication.
Patchogue