Drawing from, among other sources, the collection of famed photographer
Adolph Lebourg, a French immigrant who traveled to Alabama with a
circus, Scarboro and Goodson combine wonderful images with insightful
text to provide a unique look at the county's heritage. Especially
evident in Lebourg's photographs is a passion for motorcycles, providing
a great point of interest for many of the book's images. Etowah County
includes such points of interest as the Kyle Home, which once stood on
the present site of the Etowah County Courthouse, the home of Alabama
Power Company founder W.P. Lay, and
several of the county's early movie theaters. Many local businesses and
industries are highlighted in the early years of their existence. Also
included are glimpses of such local events as parades, sporting events,
and the beautiful Nocallula Falls. Whether one is a longtime resident
familiar with all the area has to offer, or a newcomer eager to learn
more of the county's heritage, Etowah County is a wonderful look at days
gone by.