A bucolic borough centered between two rivers and a broad boulevard, Rumson evokes the legendary Rumson Road, which by 1890 was one of the nation's most famed country drives. Life between the Navesink and Shrewsbury Rivers is documented here in fascinating detail, both on Rumson Road and in Rumson's local villages.

The early decades of the twentieth century were among the most vibrant for both New York City and the world of postcards. The 1898 consolidation of the city's five boroughs sparked a building boom that inspired a heightened awareness of the city's changing landscape. In response to this new appreciation, the postcard industry began a colorful pictorial record that was especially rich for New York.

Fair Haven, New Jersey, located on the central part of the Navesink River shore, completes the Images of America documentation of the Navesink-Shrewsbury Rivers peninsula. It has a unique and distinguished heritage that has earned it a special place in the hearts of its residents. Without the commercial activity of Red Bank to the west or the large estates of Rumson to the east, Fair Haven developed as a community of small streets and close neighbors. Residents know and care for one another, and the community's friendly and relaxed atmosphere always puts people at ease.

Red Bank is a riverfront town that used its location on the water to grow rapidly between the 1830s and 1850s. The coming of the railroad in the 1860s accelerated the development of this thriving community and today the waterfront and business
district continue to prosper and Red Bank itself remains a proud and tight-knit community. Including many rare and previously unpublished photographs, with samples of the work of early Red Bank photographers Charles Foxwell and Andrew Coleman, this fascinating visual history is a tributeaa tribute to the people who built Red Bank into the
diverse and dynamic community that it is today and to
the photographers who captured moments in time with
their lenses so that we might better understand our past.

This area of New Jersey was settled in 1665, making it one of earliest communities on the East Coast of America. Read about English settlers and local Indians making peace before the gradual development of the land into commercial and residential areas. Maritime trade, railroads, and political divisions have left their marks on this place during many phases of development. Many styles of architecture are seen in the 360 images of buildings, parks, churches, and municipal attractions.

Tour beautiful Monmouth County, New Jersey, and see how it has evolved and developed from the early 20th century to today. With more than 400 images, comparative views show how change has impacted the county and continues to do so. Old landscapes and streetscapes from the Raritan Bayshore to the Atlantic Shore and Inner and Western Monmouth are shown both through postcards from the medium's golden age and with contemporary color images. The juxtaposed views, accompanied by engaging text, will have you feeling "you are there" as the county's rich history comes to life. This book is a great resource for historians and educators and is a wonderful keepsake for local residents and tourists.

Here is an illustrated view of Jersey City, New Jersey, presented with the view that history is not some group of facts hidden in dusty tomes, but is happening all the time around us. The history and development of eight distinct sections are described: the waterfronts (North and Central), Downtown, Communipaw-Lafayette, Bergen, Journal Square, The Heights, and Greenville, from the 1600s to the present. With the help of more than 340 color and black and white photographs and other media, a fascinating vision of people, places, and change is presented; a vision that looks forward as well as back. A well-researched volume that will pique an interest in this "Monumental" city.

The city of Brooklyn became home for generations of immigrants during the massive influx of overseas settlers in the latter 19th and early 20th centuries. They formed neighborhoods that became celebrated for their tight-knit ethnicity. Relive the early days of Brooklyn through 329 postcard and contemporary images. See where popular seashore recreation began at Coney Island, stroll through Prospect Park, cross the Brooklyn Bridge, and tour the smaller residential neighborhoods like Flatbush. With an informative and engaging text to accompany the images, trace the major demographic shifts and commercial change of Brooklyn. A great keepsake for residents past and present and a wonderful resource for historians and educators.

Step back in time to Long Branchs history. With 344 color images guiding your tour, learn fresh insights and new interpretations of what made this city great and how it has changed. From Branchport, Elberon, the beachfront to Hollywood and Greater Long Branch is explored. Stroll through Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park and view the historic Franklyn Cottage, St. James Chapel, and Edgar A. West Building. Visit present-day Pier Village and Monmouth University and see how the city is still evolving. This keepsake is a must for history lovers and new and long-time residents.