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The last train north

1992
In this sequel to "Once upon a time when we were colored," the author recounts traveling to Saint Louis to follow his dreams.

Growing up western

recollections
1990
Seven well-known Western writers, all now in their eighties, describe their experiences growing up in the West in the early part of the twentieth century.

Brass Valley

the story of working people's lives and struggles in an American industrial region
1982

Daniel Boone

into the wild
2011
Examines the life and legend of Daniel Boone, who explored the American frontier of the 1700s.

History of Wyoming County, N.Y.

with illustrations, biographical sketches, and portraits of some pioneers and prominent residents
1994

Civil War witness

Mathew Brady's photos reveal the horrors of war
Collects the black-and-white photographs of Mathew Brady, which depict various scenes from the course of the entire Civil War. Includes commentary on the images and what they represent.

Buffalo unbound

a celebration
2010

Saving graces

finding solace and strength from friends and strangers
2007

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