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River Vale (Images of America: New Jersey)

River Vale (Images of America: New Jersey) is an illustrated local-history book about the Bergen County community, presented through vintage photographs. Its 128 pages trace the area from early settlement and Revolutionary War history through its shift from farmland to a recreation destination and bedroom community.

At a glance

Covers River Vale’s changing names and early settlement in Bergen County.
Includes local Revolutionary War history, including the Baylor Massacre.
Describes the area’s farming, mills and Collignon chair factory, followed by its recreational and suburban development.
The Images of America series uses vintage photographs to explore local history.

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Pros and cons

Pros

The subject spans several periods of River Vale history, from early settlement through the growth of a North Jersey bedroom community.
The illustrated format suits readers looking for visual local history rather than a general New Jersey overview.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Publication details
Publisher	Arcadia Publishing
Publication date	October 6, 2002
Edition	Illustrated
Language	English
Print length	128 pages
ISBN-10	0738510807
ISBN-13	978-0738510804

Dimensions and installation
Weight listed	10.5 ounces
Dimensions	6.5 x 0.31 x 9.25 inches

What to know before buying

The listing describes historical topics and an illustrated format but does not specify the number or reproduction quality of photographs.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

River Vale residents and former residents interested in local history.
Readers researching Bergen County, New Jersey, or the area’s development from farmland to suburb.
Collectors of illustrated local-history books.

Less suited to

Readers seeking a broad history of New Jersey beyond River Vale.
Buyers who need a detailed contents list or a specified count of photographs before purchasing.

Customer reviews on Amazon

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Frequently asked questions

What part of New Jersey does this book cover?

It focuses on River Vale, a community in Bergen County, New Jersey.

What historical periods and topics are described?

The listing covers early settlement, the Baylor Massacre, farming and local industries, recreation, and River Vale’s development as a bedroom community.

Is the book illustrated?

Yes. The edition is listed as Illustrated, and the series description says it uses vintage photographs. The listing does not give a photograph count.