By Arthur Drooker.
A stunning visual record of ruins ranging from ancient native American dwellings in the southwest to the remains of Gilded Age mansions on the east coast. Luminous infrared photographs expose crumbled walls, weathered facades with overgrown flora, and are accompanied by brief essays detailing the historical, geographical and architectural significance of each site. This captures the visual poetry of each place and offers a new way of seeing the American landscape. Awe-inspiring photos! Includes a foreword by Douglas Brinkley and an essay by Christopher Woodward.