James Archambeault's Historic Kentucky

"In his new book, James Archambeault preserves the landscapes, buildings, and sights of old Kentucky as many of them fall into neglect, become irreversibly altered, or disappear completely." "In addition to his essay describing the early settlement of Kentucky, Archambeault explains the historical and cultural significance of each of the more than 130 color photographs. Some of these subjects are well-preserved historic landmarks, such as White Hall in Madison County and "My Old Kentucky Home" in Bardstown. Others represent the daily life and work of Kentuckians, such as a Sunday afternoon celebration of baptisms in Jessamine Creek or friends sharing their thoughts on a warm February day in Sharpsburg, Bath County." "The passing of a previous way of life resonates in photographs of a drive-in theater, a mom-and-pop grocery store, covered bridges, and old farmhouses. Archambeault captures the friction between historic Kentucky and its future, such as the Joseph Ewing log cabin in Scott County bordering the site of a future industrial park."--Jacket.