Abandoned Montana Book Signing
 | Author:
Rachael Elliott-Brug
Rachael Brug: MT43 News Vice President and Copy Editor |
Abandoned Montana Book Signing Rachael Elliott-Brug First-time Townsend Author Bastien Grandy greeted a crowd at Reading Leaves Bookstore Saturday evening. He graduated from Townsend Schools last spring and his book, "Abandoned Montana", was released earlier this year through Arcadia Press.
In the book, you will find photographs taken by Bastien on his explorations of places in Montana that have, for one reason or another, been deserted. Some of these places might be familiar, others a little more obscure, but all are within driving distance of Townsend.
Bastien spoke a little about each place, how he found them, gained permission, and the safety precautions he took exploring some of the more dangerous structures. Some places requiring heavy-duty clothing and a respirator. He also talked about his 'wish list' of other abandoned places he would like to explore and his possible plans for another book.
He hopes people who see his photographs and learn a little about the history of these places will feel the same awe and reverence he feels while exploring them. He was amazed at how quickly nature and the elements took back the spaces.
After the discussion, Bastien answered questions about different aspects of his process and signed books for everyone who came.
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