Crowley County Combined Library

Salida is the county seat of Chaffee County and its largest city, with a population of 5,504 in 2000. The city is the service, supply, and tourism center for the Upper Arkansas Valley. The 2001-02 survey of historic buildings in Salida had two primary goals: to conduct an intensive level survey to record and evaluate properties within and adjacent to the historic commercial district and to conduct a reconnaissance level survey of the remainder of...

The House That George Built takes readers through the process of how the presidents house came to bestarting with the contest George held to choose the perfect design for this legendary landmark, all the way to President John Adamss move into the grandiose home. Cleverly written in the familiar format of "The House That Jack Built," author Suzanne Slade supplements her rhyming verse with lively conversational prose, describing how George was involved...

Dicusses the construction, history, and current status of the Washington, D.C., monument to Abraham Lincoln and the freedom, equality, and justice he personified.

The Eiffel Tower, build for a World's Fair in 1889, has become a permanent symbol of the city of Paris, France. Engineering the Eiffel Towerintroduces readers to its designer, Gustave Eiffel, shows how workers assembled the gigantic tower, and looks at how maintenance crews keep it standing today. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics,...

"This title takes readers through the grounds, halls, and history of Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany. Readers will learn about who lived there, including kings and queens, what purposes the castle served, and what visitors can expect when they explore Neuschwanstein today." --