West Plains: 1930 to 1970 (Images of America)
West Plains: 1930 to 1970 (Images of America) is a pictorial history of the Ozarks town told through vintage photographs. Its coverage follows local life and change from the Great Depression through the end of the 1960s, including shifts in industry, transport, technology, and popular culture.
At a glance
- Pictorial history of West Plains, Missouri, in the Ozarks, spanning the 1930s to the 1970s.
- Describes the town's experiences through the Great Depression, World War II, postwar development, and the changing local economy.
- The listing highlights photographs and topics including people, places, landmarks, and industries.
Reference price: $24.99
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
View offerAhead of Black FridayExplore the selectionPros and cons
Pros
- The focused place and time span makes it relevant to readers researching West Plains or Ozarks community history.
- The illustrated format pairs local history with vintage photographs, rather than relying on a text-only overview.
- The description connects local change to recognizable shifts such as rural electrification, paved roads, television, and new industries.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Arcadia Publishing |
|---|---|
| Publication date | February 1, 2010 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 128 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0738560235 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0738560236 |
| Weight listed | 11.2 ounces |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6.5 x 0.31 x 9.25 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in West Plains, Ozarks history, or local community change from the 1930s through the 1960s.
- People seeking a photo-centered regional history for personal research or a locally themed gift.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a broad history of the Ozarks or a detailed account of places beyond West Plains.
- Readers looking for coverage of periods outside the book's stated 1930-to-1970 span.
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The aggregate ratings are strongly favorable, with nearly all ratings in the top two star categories. That is a positive but limited signal from a small rating sample, and no written customer feedback is supplied to explain what readers liked or found wanting. The book's stated scope is a useful fit for West Plains and Ozarks photo-history interests, but ratings alone cannot establish image quality or depth of coverage.
Frequently asked questions
What period does the book cover?
The title and description place its pictorial history between 1930 and 1970, with discussion of events and changes through the 1960s.
What is the book about?
It follows West Plains through local life, community development, industry, transportation, and cultural changes, using vintage photographs.
How long is the book?
The listing specifies 128 pages.
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