Memories of Madison: A Connected Community (1857-2007) by John Patrick Rankin

Compiled and written to support the sesquicentennial celebration of the City of Madison, this book presents a detailed history of the founding, founders, and early settlers of Madison, as well as pivotal moments in the 20th and early 21st centuries. Photos, diagrams, and city records enhance the completeness of this account by noted regional historian John Patrick Rankin, a current Madison resident.