The Chateau Louise 1961-1984

Summary: 44 page booklet that takes you back to the very beginning in the early 1960’s, when the Chateau Louise began as a small barn, renovated into a restaurant with a handfull of motel rooms. The booklet retraces the development of the Chateau into the massive resort complex with the aid of photos as well as text, up until its final demise and fate with the wrecking ball.

For those who have visited the Chateau Louise in West Dundee and remember her beauty and charm, this is a must read. The photos and text will take you back in time as you relive the happy occasions that were the norm at this beautiful resort that once thrived in West Dundee, Illinois. (44 Pages 5.5” x 8.5” Perfect Bound)

Dundee Township - Moments Frozen In Time

Summary: Coffee table sized book. 160 pages, 4 color, detailing with the aid of over 300 photographs dating back to 1871 as well as written text, the history of East & West Dundee, Carpentersville, and Meadowdale. Many of the photos are complimented with current day photos to contrast the exact same location over a span of a century.
(160 Pages 8.5” x 11” Spiral Bound)

The Midwest Motorsport Legend Meadowdale Raceways

Summary: Heralded as the Mecca of auto racing in the Midwest, Meadowdale Raceways opened in 1958. At the time, this race track boasted the longest straightaway in the world (4000 feet) and also the steepest turn, some 45 degrees! This book details how and why this track was built, details many of the major races that took place and provides unique photos gathered from the archives of spectators and actual racers throughout the country. This hardcover premium quality coffe table book is a must have for any and all that have a passion for auto racing.
(208 Pages 9.25” x 11.25” Hard Bound)

Saving Money - The Secrets You Should Know

Summary: 32 page booklet highlighting important steps toward financial freedom. Simple and straight forward, this information is easy to apply and is sure to strengthen your “bottom line.” The table of Contents includes:
1. A Problem In America  
2. There Is A Better Way
3. Steps To Financial Recovery
4. Develop A Savings Strategy
5. Setting Up A Budget

The Strater Hotel Story  Durango’s Premier Landmark, The Jewel of the Rockies

Summary: The Strater Hotel Story takes you on an unforgettable journey as you experience the birth of Colorado, the establishment of Durango and the birth of the Strater Hotel. The Strater Hotel is a fabulous 4 story premier hotel built in 1887 that influenced and continues to influence the region to this day. Packed with photograghs dating back to 1881 as well as original newspaper articles supporting the chapters, this one of a kind, historical photograghic coffee table sized book, will become a timeless treasure. (208 Pages, 8.5” x 11” Perfect Bound)

Vlahos, Dino

In Search of the Artist

Summary: In Search of the Artist is the result of one man’s interest and passion originally sparked by two unique pieces of art that truly inspired him. Literally entranced by the detail of these graphite sketches, he began a journey that nearly spanned a decade in research and travel. The results have brought to the surface a superbly talented artist and poet that had been obscured by the decades of time.

Including elements of talent, love, tragedy and history, this unique story takes you to the core of the artist, Frances Cook Steen’s heart. It provides you with a basis for her poetry that, although written nearly a century ago, proves to be timeless and appropriate for us today.. (82 Pages, 8.5” x 11” Perfect Bound)