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Cambria

Embraced (and purchased) by locals, this concise history of Cambria is lauded as the only authentic history of Cambria in print.

This 96-page history, Cambria, complete with historical photos and a full-color watercolor cover, is a must for anyone planning a visit to this unique history-rich California town.

Published in 2003, $8.95

  Table of Contents (PDF, 44KB)
Chapter One (PDF, 124KB)
Chapter Two (PDF, 116KB)



Newport Beach

This 112-page history of Newport Beach is concise and comprehensive, complete with 46 historical photos and a full-color watercolor cover.

The only short, complete history of Newport Beach, this HarborTown History is lauded as clear, accurate, and readable - a must have for anyone visiting the area.

Published in 2004, $9.95

  Table of Contents (PDF, 36KB)
Chapter One (PDF, 100KB)
Chapter Two (PDF, 160KB)
 



 
Santa Barbara

This 96-page history of Santa Barbara includes 30 historical photos and a cover watercolor by renowned Santa Barbara landscape watercolorist Larry Iwerks. Lauded by the Independent for its readability, it is the only comprehensive history of Santa Barbara in print.

Published in 2003, $8.95

  Table of Contents (PDF, 16KB)
Chapter One (PDF, 156KB)
Chapter Two (PDF, 168KB)



Catalina Island

The perfect companion to anyone visiting the island, this 80-page HarborTown History offers a comprehensive history of Catalina Island, complete with a wide range of historical photos and a full-color watercolor cover.

As the only concise, inexpensive, complete history of the island, it is a "must have" for anyone planning to visit.

Published in 2003, $7.95

  Table of Contents (PDF, 48KB)
Chapter One (PDF, 72KB)
Chapter Two (PDF, 48KB)
 



 
Denver

Lauded by Tom Noel, Dr. Colorado, as "a crackerjack overview," this 96-page history is the only comprehensive history of Denver in print. With over 40 historical photos and an original Larry Iwerks watercolor cover, this lovely book offers the story of the gutsy boomtown - that became a thriving metropolis.

The first in the BoomTown History series, it is being enjoyed by Denver residents and visitors alike.

Published in 2004, $9.95

  Chapter One (PDF, 260KB)



Point Reyes

This 112-page book is rich with the compelling stories of the tribes, tragic shipwrecks, wily lawyers, and dairying families of Point Reyes.

Called a "great compact but comprehensive history" by the Archivist of the Point Reyes National Seashore, this book has been enthusiastically purchased by locals and visitors alike. With a wealth of never before published historical photos and an original Larry Iwerks watercolor cover, this book is a must for all who love the magnificent, windswept Point Reyes Peninsula.

Published in 2004, $9.95

  Chapter One (PDF, 76KB)
 



 
San Diego

This 112-page history of San Diego takes armchair historians, locals, and tourists alike on a journey exploring the story of one of California's most historically-significant cities.

Enhanced by a rich array of historical photos and a full-color original watercolor by Mary Helmriech, this newest HarborTown History offers readers the only concise, comprehensive history of San Diego in print.

Published in 2007, $9.95



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