Title: Astoria: An Oregon History
Author: Karen L. Leedom
Front cover painting: Bill W. Dodge
"Karen Leedom's Astoria is carefully researched, clearly written, and a joy to read. We enthusiastically recommend it to anyone interested in learning more about the history of this fascinating area. Visitors will especially enjoy the three self-guided tours that are included."
Liisa Penner,
Archivist, Clatsop County Historical Society
"Finally, a comprehensive and easy-to-read history of this unique community--this is the book I was looking for when I moved here twenty years ago! A terrific resource and a 'must have' for every home library."
Jerry Ostermiller
Former President, Columbia River Maritime Museum
Author: Karen L. Leedom
Front cover painting: Bill W. Dodge
"Karen Leedom's Astoria is carefully researched, clearly written, and a joy to read. We enthusiastically recommend it to anyone interested in learning more about the history of this fascinating area. Visitors will especially enjoy the three self-guided tours that are included."
Liisa Penner,
Archivist, Clatsop County Historical Society
"Finally, a comprehensive and easy-to-read history of this unique community--this is the book I was looking for when I moved here twenty years ago! A terrific resource and a 'must have' for every home library."
Jerry Ostermiller
Former President, Columbia River Maritime Museum
ISBN 978-0-9826252-1-7, 218 pages, trade paperback, 6 x 9 in. Over 100 black and white images including photos, drawings, and maps. Includes 3 self-guided tours with maps, and places to visit. Includes chronology of significant historical events, bibliography, and index. List price: $19.95