Connecticut Valley Vernacular: The Vanishing Landscape and Architecture of the New England Tobacco Fields

The Connecticut River Valley Tobacco Drying Sheds: A Window into a Vanishing World is a stunningly crafted book that takes readers on a journey through the history of tobacco cultivation in the region.

With vintage and newly commissioned photos, this book brings to life the risks and rewards of living close to the seasons and at the mercy of rainfall and sunshine.

The author, James F.

O'Gorman, reads through oral histories, newspaper reports, and agricultural diaries to provide a comprehensive understanding of this unique way of life.

The book is filled with beautiful images of the drying sheds themselves, as well as portraits of anonymous laborers who worked tirelessly to bring in the harvest.

This is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, agriculture, or simply admiring the beauty of these historic structures.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to own a piece of America's rich cultural heritage.