McHenry County; Illinois; is a picture-perfect farming community in the Heartland of Midwestern America. For nearly two centuries; a portion of the nations food supply has come from this fertile land near the Fox River; and it has played a key role in the history of Chicago and the United States. Through the medium of historic photographs; this book captures the evolution of the people of McHenry County; from the mid-1800s to the second half of the twentieth century.These pages bring to life the people; events; communities; and industries that helped shape and transform McHenry County. With more than 200 vintage images; culled from three collections-the McHenry County Historical Society; the Crystal Lake Historical Society; the James Keefe Collection; and the personal collection of Don Peasley-McHenry County; Illinois; portrays life against a backdrop of international wars; national social struggles; and technological advances in an expanding world.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. This was a gift for a new collector -- it was a big hit!!:o)))By Mary UmholtzAs I said in the title. this book was a big hit with the recipient. I would definitely reccommend it.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Good info and great pictures!By Donna NewtonA great gift for a Zippo collector!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Fun historyBy Bobby NewmanThis is just a fun collection of photos and history regarding the worlds most popular lighter and the people who created it. Collectors and long-time fans will not find anything new here. This is not meant to be an in-depth discussion of the iconic lighter. but rather just a light-hearted collection of photos and background. A worthy addition to a zippo collectors library.
