CALIFORNIA: BODIE, 1962. View of the ghost town of Bodie, California from the town s

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CALIFORNIA: BODIE, 1962. View of the ghost town of Bodie, California from the town s

CALIFORNIA: BODIE, 1962.
View of the ghost town of Bodie, California from the towns Standard Ore Mill, looking west. Bodie became a California state park in 1962. Photograph by Ronald Partridge, July 1962

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1962 Abandoned Archaeology Bodie California Ghost Town July Park Partridge Power Line Quiet Ronald Ruin Ruins Rural State Park Utility Pole

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the year 1962, capturing a mesmerizing view of the ghost town of Bodie in California. Standing atop the towns Standard Ore Mill, we are granted a unique perspective as we gaze westward over this abandoned American relic. The image showcases the haunting beauty of Bodie's ruins, frozen in time amidst its rural surroundings. Photographed by Ronald Partridge in July 1962, this snapshot encapsulates the essence of an era long gone. The dilapidated buildings tell stories of lives once lived and dreams now shattered. As our eyes wander through the frame, we notice a power line stretching across the desolate landscape, reminding us that even in abandonment there was once life flowing through these forgotten streets. Bodie's transformation into a California state park later that same year adds another layer to its intriguing history. This photograph serves as both a testament to preservation efforts and an invitation for future generations to explore this eerie yet enchanting place. The Granger Collection has masterfully captured not only an archaeological treasure but also a sense of tranquility within decay. This image transports us back to mid-century America when Bodie stood proud yet silent against the test of time. Let it serve as a reminder that even in stillness and ruin, beauty can be found if one knows where to look.

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