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Anthracite Miners and their Hallowed Ground

$32.90

Author:  Sue Hand

A photographic catalog of the art collection/exhibit created by Sue Hand to detail the lives and working conditions of the anthracite miners of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Signed by the artist.

Size:  9 x 10-1/4 Paperback 80 pages

Published:  2008

 

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