Monmouth County: Past and Present

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.