Coal Town Lee Jeffries and trestles depicted in Ruwedel's

and trestles depicted in Ruwedel's photographs speak to a past triumph of technology over what was often perceived as hostile terrain

utter destruction on a massive

We harvest memories of lost years

This second reissue of the classic publication has been recreated from Adams' original prints

Coal Town Lee Jeffries and trestles depicted in Ruwedel'sFirst edition of Coal Town by Mik Critchlow. First impression. Medium format hardback in fine condition. About Mik was certainly one of the tribe. Ashington born and bred, he was a familiar and welcome presence in his hometown. Dedicating his life to documenting his corner of North East England, he created a striking archive of every aspect of community life: galas, whippet racing, shopkeepers and tradespeople at work, bingo, football, children