Yosemite Valley

Author Leroy Radanovich has captured in this grand collection of historic photographs the Yosemite of a bygone era.  A natural wonder hewn by glaciers from the granite slopes of the Sierra Nevada, Yosemite Valley reveals the power and beauty of natures hand. Here, generations of artists, photographers and writers have been inspired. This book chronicles Yosemite's early years as recorded in these historic photographs and stories.

 

 

Mariposa County

Author Leroy Radanovich has gathered here more than 200 images to illustrate the fascinating history of Mariposa County, paying tribute to it's beautiful landscape, it's colorful characters and the stories that make this region unique. One of the original 27 counties of California, Mariposa County is located on the western slope of the Sierra Nevada and once covered one-fifth of the state. Known as the "Mother of California Counties", Mariposa takes pride in the Gold Rush history that lives in it's many historic communities. Here in it's images and stories, "Mariposa County" captures this rich heritage.

 

Mariposa County Courthouse

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