Ghost Towns and Mining Districts of Montana |
Author: Terry Halden
Ghost Towns and Mining Districts of Montana, by Terry Halden, is the definitive guide to the ghost towns and mining districts of Montana. This extensive work contains information and photos on over 300 ghost towns and 179 mining districts.
The book is organized by county and district within each county. Each county section begins with a map showing the location of each district within the county. District descriptions begin with a "fast facts" block that list alternate district names, location within the county, date of discovery, who discovered the district, principal mines, camps and towns, and what remains of mining operations and camps today. The district and town descriptions contain good summaries of the discovery, operation of mines and building of towns, and ultimately the decline of each district. Many historical photos are included throughout the book.
It is clear that the author conducted extensive research to put this book together. I plan on using the book as both a research tool and a guide book during future mining history expeditions in Montana. I would highly recommend Ghost Towns and Mining Districts of Montana to anyone interested in the ghost towns or mining history of Montana.
Ghost Towns and Mining Districts of Montana can be ordered directly from the authors website by CLICKING HERE.
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