The indispensable traveler's guide to the history of places throughout the Land of Enchantment.

This useful guidebook surveys more than eighty ghost towns, grouped by geographic area. First published in 1981 and now available only from the University of Ne

The American Indians have lost much of their land over the years, but their legacy is evident in the many places around the United States that have Indian names

This extensive guide shows how the history and culture of Illinois are embedded in the names of its towns, cities, and other geographical features. Edward Calla