Published in 2017, Carsonia: Midway of Memories traces the COMPLETE history of Carsonia Park, from the 1890's when the land was purchased from the Schweitzer family, to the park's demise in 1950. The book is perfect bound, paperback, and printed on high quality glossy paper. Just over 400 pages, and well over 100 black and white and color images. Also includes an index with business and individual names for easy access. Price includes shipping via USPS Media.
Expanded second edition, published in 2012. The fascinating story of Neversink Mountain in Reading, Pennsylvania during the "Resort Years", from 1880 to 1930. At that time, Neversink boasted five resort hotels, an entertainment complex, and the world's first water-powered electric railway. 175 pages, heavy glossy paper stock for best reproduction of more than 100 photos and illustrations. A very detailed map of the railroad route has been added, as it wasn't included at press time. Price includes shipping via USPS Media.
A history of Pendora Park in Reading, Pa., from its beginning as an amusement park, to it's current role as a City Playground.Price includes shipping via USPS Media.
The fascinating story of John Rigg, a farmboy from Lancaster County, PA, who walked away from the farm at 16, headed for Reading, to become a millionaire. And that's exactly what he did, becoming the King of Trolleys and the Father of Electricity in eastern Pennsylvania.