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20 | RECENTLY RELEASED ISBN: 978-0-7643-6904-9 Size: 12" x 9" (305 x 229 mm) Pages: 240 Price: $45.00, £40.99, 64.00 CAD Illustrations: 200 color images Binding: hardcover BISAC: PHOTOGRAPHY / Photoessays & Documentaries American Denim The Supposed Final Days and Resurgence of a Manufacturing Icon By Matt Sharkey Foreword by Evan Morrison & Ralph B. Tharpe A photo essay that tells the American textile manufacturing story of the White Oak Mills in Greensboro, North Carolina, where selvedge denim is being made again. American Denim aims to preserve a unique property and a unique time in the history of American textiles. At one time the world’s largest denimmill, the White Oak mill in Greensboro, North Carolina, occupied more than a million square feet, and you almost couldn’t see where the looms ended. Between 1915 and 1970, the lion’s share of denim produced for Levi Strauss & Co. was made there. Photographer Matt Sharkey was the only person granted access to all three recent stages of the White Oak mill’s life: the last week of commercial production in December 2017, empty and vacated in February 2018, and brought back to life in a small but mighty way in September 2022. Here is a layered history told through beautifully honest “portraits” that were captured with film, an analog process to honor analog manufacturing and those who worked, and work, at the mill. Matt Sharkey is a photographer located in Northern California’s Sonoma County. His primary subjects are people and places, with a particular interest in holding on to moments in time. Preferring to work slowly and intentionally, he captures images almost exclusively with film. ISBN 978-0-7643-6904-9 ISBN: 978-0-7643-6824-0 Size: 9" x 9" (229 x 229 mm) Pages: 112 Price: $19.99, £18.99, 28.99 CAD Illustrations: 125 color images Binding: hardcover BISAC: TRAVEL / United States / Northeast / Middle Atlantic (NJ, NY, PA) A Celebration of Pennsylvania’s Covered Bridges By Michael P. Gadomski An illustrated celebration of Pennsylvania’s covered bridges, including a general overview of the history, craftsmanship, and enduring charm of covered bridges. Seasoned photographer, ranger, and naturalist Michael P. Gadomski explores the charm of historic covered bridges in Pennsylvania. In our high-tech world, these structures forge a connection to our past, celebrating the craftsmanship of a bygone era. Rich illustrations showcase the scenic beauty, accompanied by detailed captions narrating fascinating histories, providing a visual feast for enthusiasts. Readers will be immersed in an era where manual skill triumphed and will rekindle an appreciation for timeless craftsmanship, exploring over 120 covered bridges in Pennsylvania, the state that is home to a quarter of these remaining gems in the United States. A visual journey celebrating the resilience and beauty of Pennsylvania’s covered bridges, this book is an ideal addition to the collection of those captivated by the magic of the past. Michael P. Gadomski , in addition to a career as a Pennsylvania State Park naturalist and ranger, has been a freelance photographer and writer for nearly 50 years. His photography has been published throughout the world in various media, and he is the author of 11 previously published books. He lives in Sterling, Pennsylvania. ISBN 978-0-7643-6824-0