Atlas of Forgotten Places : Journeys to Abandoned and Deserted Destinations Around the Globe by Travis Elborough 9780711290846

Atlas of Forgotten Places : Journeys to Abandoned and Deserted Destinations Around the Globe

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Embark on a mesmerizing journey with the Atlas of Forgotten Places: Journeys to Abandoned and Deserted Destinations Around the Globe, authored by the renowned Travis Elborough. This extraordinary atlas serves as your gateway to the world of desolate beauty, inviting you to explore abandoned sites filled with stories waiting to be uncovered.

Within its pages, you'll find:

  • 40 Unique Locations: Each site is a testament to the passage of time, from haunting ghost towns to submerged shopping centers.
  • Meticulously Crafted Maps: These bespoke maps not only guide you geographically but also narratively, diving deep into the history of each destination.
  • Poignant Narratives: Elborough breathes life into forsaken places, revealing their mysteries and the human ambition that led to their rise and fall.

Travel through the festive ghost town of Santa Claus, Arizona, or uncover the hidden marvel of Crystal Palace Subway in London. Marvel at the remnants of a Soviet submarine base in Balaklava and the infamous Volterra Psychiatric Hospital in Tuscany, once known as 'the place of no return.' Each destination encapsulates a unique blend of history and intrigue.

Building on the success of the award-winning Atlas of Vanishing Places, this volume continues to delve into lesser-known histories. It’s part of the celebrated Unexpected Atlas series, which includes titles like Atlas of Improbable Places and Atlas of Untamed Places, enhancing its esteemed reputation in the literary world.

Join Travis Elborough as he uncovers the secrets of these hidden gems, making the Atlas of Forgotten Places a must-have for both curious readers and adventurous souls alike.

Product Information

ISBN: 9780711290846
Author: Travis Elborough
Format: Paperback / softback
Imprint: Aurum
Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC
Dimensions: 196 x 129 x 19 mm
Publication Date: 20 June, 2024
Pagination: 224 pages, b-w images
Weight: 246g

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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’

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