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Black Range Tales
by James A. McKenna
First-hand accounts of life in the Black Range Mountain region by “Uncle Jimmie” McKenna, who first arrived in Silver City on Christmas day, 1877. First a miner, then a rancher and a soldier, McKenna was one of the greatest living authorities on southwestern New Mexico’s early history. He lived a rich and dramatic life, surviving an attack by Geronimo during a mining expedition, serving in the Indian Wars and the Spanish War, as well as World War I. A must-read for history buffs interested in New Mexico’s past. 300 pages, illustrated. $15.




Ghost Towns Alive: Trips to New Mexico’s Past
by Linda G. Harris, photographs by Pamela Porter
Filled with historic photographs, this well-researched book redefines ghost towns to include towns that have declined without necessarily dying, such as former mining towns that have reinvented themselves as artistic and bohemian enclaves. The result is a thorough, illustrated survey of New Mexico and its rich history. The author divides the state into eleven regions comprising seventy ghost towns, all of which are still accessible. Includes a bibiliography and list of selected reading. 242 pages. $20.
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Apache Voices: Their Stories of Survival as Told to Eve Ball
by Sherry Robinson
Written from the oral histories, these fascinating tales offer new versions of historical events and famous Apaches, such as Geronimo and Cochise’s son, from the perspective of the Apache elders who survived the Indian wars. 272 pages, $19



99 New Mexicans…and a Few Other Folks
by Don Bullis
Part history, part biography, this compilation of stories about the heroes and villains of the Wild West in New Mexico is a perfect introduction to the rich legacy of the area for history buffs. Includes bibliography, index, and a list of newspaper/periodical sources. 346 pages. $16.95.



Women and Indians on the Frontier 1825- 1915
by Glenda Riley
The first account of how and why pioneer women altered their self-images and their views of American Indians, a very different response to the natives than their male counterparts experienced. Numerous historical photographs and footnotes. 336 pages, $19

A Visitor’s Guide to the Geronimo Trail by the Geronimo Trail Scenic Byway
Advisory Committee
Includes information on the history, geology, plant and animal life, and places of interest along the Black Range Scenic Byway, including the Gila National Forest, Truth or Consequences, Hillsboro, Kingston, Elephant Butte, and Silver City. Driving distances between major points of interest are included, along with a map. A helpful starting place for your exploration of the Black Range Mountain region. 69 pages. $5.



Day Hikes and Nature Walks in the Las Cruces-El Paso Area
by Greg Magee
Complete information on 40 hikes in 11 areas of Southern New Mexico and West Texas. Includes information on natural, archeologic and geologic history, as well as detailed maps, hiking directions, and photographs. 158 pages. $14.


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Trails of the Gila: A Guide to the Recreational Trails of the Silver City Area
by Bryan Thomas
A guide for mountain bikers and hikers, runners and horseback riders, this book focuses on the trails and dirt roads within a 15-mile radius of Silver City, New Mexico, mapping and describing eleven rides. All the trails are legitimate forest access routes, and will help the user avoid private property and wilderness boundaries. Each ride is mapped out in detail, and descriptions include distance, altitude gain, time required, USGS Quadrangle information, and a starting point, with room for notes left by the author. Includes camping and lodging information, tips on mountain biking, and safety pointers. 85 pages, 11 maps, 2 cartoons. $10.
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Touring New Mexico
by Polly Arango, et al.
A travel guide by the authors of New Mexico: A New Guide to the Colorful State. Intended as a portable reference, this guide covers eighteen day tours with maps, logistical details, descriptions, and bits of history. Illustrated by hand; includes an index. 414 pages, $15


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The Wines of New Mexico
by Andy Sandersier
A tour through the wineries of New Mexico with thorough descriptions of each winery and grape-producing vineyard. Includes grape varieties, wine types, cooking with wine, wine storage, etc. A practical reference guide for the novice as well as the sommelier. 125 pages, $20
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