Abandoned America: An Autopsy Of The American Dream

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Discover the haunting beauty of America's forgotten places through the lens of Matthew Christopher. This book captures the eerie ruins left behind by a once-thriving civilization.

An evocative exploration of America's abandoned sites and the stories they tell.

First published in November 2014, this work taps into humanity's timeless fascination with the remnants of past societies. Driven by a desire to understand what came before, archaeologists, artists, and scholars have long studied these decayed landscapes to uncover their hidden stories and unique beauty.

What began as a focused look at the rise and fall of the state hospital system quickly expanded into a broader journey. Matthew Christopher’s Abandoned America now covers a wide range of deserted places: from factories and industrial complexes to schools, churches, power plants, hospitals, prisons, military bases, hotels, resorts, and homes.

Through a decade of photography and writing, Christopher documents these architectural gems left to nature’s mercy. His work highlights sites like the scorched ruins of the Hotel Do De, the corroded jail cells of Essex County Jail Annex, the majestic Church of the Transfiguration, and the haunting decay of the New Castle Elks Lodge.

This collection makes a profound statement about job loss, urban decay, cultural heritage, and the importance of historic preservation. Against the backdrop of America’s industrial collapse and economic challenges, these themes offer vital insight into the nation’s identity and legacy.

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