3 best Colorado history books
Embark on a grand journey through time, as the mountains, plains, and sky-kissed peaks of Colorado unfurl their stories. Discover towns that emerged from gold dust and histories written in railroad steel. Experience the Centennial State’s dramatic past and rich heritage, all narrated in the compelling pages of Colorado history books.
Colorado
By Carl Abbott, Stephen J. Leonard, Thomas J. Noel
How it fits the "Colorado history books" vibe: A comprehensive history of Colorado, written by three of Colorado's most talented historians, this book blends urban and economic history, cultural history, and folklore in a comprehensive state history.
Publisher: University Press of Colorado
Page Count: 572
Published Date: 2013-06-15
Railroads of Colorado
By Claude A. Wiatrowski
How it fits the "Colorado history books" vibe: A beautiful exploration of Colorado's rich railway history, full of historic photographs and informative insights. This book ties transport history with the overall development of Colorado.
Page Count: 153
Published Date: 2012
Nothing Daunted
By Dorothy Wickenden
How it fits the "Colorado history books" vibe: Set in early 20th century Colorado, this book tells the true story of two society girls who moved West to teach, offering a unique perspective on social history of Colorado.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Page Count: 336
Published Date: 2011