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By Lisa Schnebly Heidinger, Janeen Trevillyan, and the Sedona Historical Society. Little more than a century ago, when only a handful of families lived
in what is now Sedona, in Oak Creek Canyon, none would have dreamed it
would become such a popular destination. The matchless combination of
bright blue skies and red rocks has inspired artists of every medium to
attempt to capture the mystic formations. Fortunately some began almost
before the town was named after the wife of early settler T. C.
Schnebly, who organized the first post office, at the beginning of the
20th century. From early apple growers to artists, what has united the
diverse residents of Sedona over time is the conviction that they have
found one of the earth's great treasures.
Author Lisa Schnebly Heidinger is an Arizona native who is proud to
know she is Sedona Schnebly's great-granddaughter. A journalist, she
has written four previous books about Arizona. For this volume,
Heidinger has partnered with Janeen Trevillyan and the Sedona
Historical Society and showcased more than 200 images from the
society's extensive collection. The nonprofit Sedona Historical Society
is headquartered on the historic Jordan farmstead and is dedicated to
preserving and celebrating Oak Creek Canyon's history.
Chapters include First Families, the Schnebly Family, Farms and Orchards, Ranching and Range, Routes and Roads, Tourism and Travel, Government, Cinema, Art Scene, How We Grow. Huge, rich selection of rarely-seen B&W photos. A history buff's and collector's treasure!
Softcover.
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