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Books: by Title: Buffalo's Legacy of Power and Might

A new book by well-known regional author Michael F. Rizzo traces the history of some iconic Buffalo neighborhoods in photographs and enlightening text.

Buffalo's legacy is impressive. Burned by the British during the War of 1812, it rebuilt itself and became the Erie Canal's western terminus. From its earliest days, through the Industrial Age, Buffalo continued to flourish. It reached a zenith of sorts when it hosted the Pan-American Exposition in 1901.

Buffalo's Legacy of Power and Might gives readers a revealing glimpse into the city's past, exploring the architecture of factories, banks and other prominent buildings. Rizzo's full-color photographs capture many of the historic features of these structures.

Liberty Bank. Houdaille Industries. Curtiss-Wright. Queen-O-Pop. Many readers undoubtedly pass a good number of these structures as they traverse the city. Many structures are abandoned today, while others are still in use.

This meticulously-researched 66-page soft-cover book includes a brief history of each site and includes sections that explain "Why it Matters" to the region's history. This unique book offers a different perspective on Buffalo and provides a tribute to its powerful past.

softcover, 66 pages
ISBN: 978-1-463687-40-3
$16.99

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