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Abandoned Alabama: Exploring the Heart of Dixie
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Abandoned Alabama: Exploring the Heart of Dixie

Author(s): Leland Kent
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Abandoned photography captures the beauty in urban ruins left behind, giving the viewer an exhilarating look at our past.

With over 200 years of history, there is no shortage of fascinating abandoned places across Alabama.

In Abandoned Alabama: Exploring the Heart of Dixie, photographer and historian Leland Kent showcases eleven of his favorite abandoned locations from across the state. Among the locations are several forgotten historic homes, plus a one-of-a-kind mid-century masterpiece built by a famous architect.

Discover the incredible history behind one of Alabama's oldest and most historic abandoned sites, Searcy Hospital, which has been closed since 2012. Each chapter gives a detailed narrative about these breathtaking places accompanied by stunning imagery. You can find more of Leland's work at www.abandonedsoutheast.com.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR(S)

Leland Kent grew up in Birmingham, Alabama, where his family still resides. He completed a bachelor's degree at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and later became a self-taught photographer. Leland created a blog, Abandoned Southeast, in 2016 to document and share the urban ruins he has explored. Leland feels it is important to preserve these places for future generations through photography. His photos have been featured and can regularly be seen in a variety of worldwide publications. Leland enjoys historical research, road trips, and sharing his finds through his blog. He currently lives in Florida with his wife. Check out more of Leland's work at www.abandonedsoutheast.com.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781634993562
FORMAT: Paperback
PUBLISHER: America Through Time
DATE: 10/25/2021
STATE: Alabama
SERIES: America Through Time
IMAGES: 140
PAGES: 96
DIMENSIONS: 6.5 (w) x 9.25 (h)
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