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Back issues of the Humboldt Historian are available in the bookstore or by phone order. Due to the wide variation in shipping and handling costs, issues cannot be purchased online. Please call (707) 445-4342 during open hours to place your order. Bulk discounts are available!
New! Instead of the former short descriptions, we now have book reviews by archivist and local author, Pam Service. Check them out for information about our books.
We have a selection of used books which are not included on the website. If you’re looking for a particular book, please give us a call. We’ll be happy to check the shelves for you!
We generally mail books on the Friday following receipt of your order. If you choose to pick up your book(s), you will receive an emailed notification when it is ready.
By Lynwood Carranco & John T. Labbe. A classic on the subject, written in 1975. Covers the early sawmills and early logging practices, the railroads and the donkey engine. Full of vintage photographs.
