ISBN: 9780243139606 - richardson's chicago guide: a complete handbook to the city's depots, hotels, restaurants, street car systems, parks, places of amusement, banks, ... of streets, avenues, churches, and public bui (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a detailed insight into Chicago, a city that experienced extraordinary growth in just over half a century, rising from humble beginnings to become the second-largest city in the United States. The author captures the profound changes that swept through Chicago, examining its evolution from a small frontier town to a bustling metropolis. The book navigates the transformation of Chicago's landscape, its architectural treasures, and the diverse populations that have made the city a vibrant melting pot. The narrative explores the city's rich history, from the establishment of Fort Dearborn in 1803 to the devastating Great Fire of 1871 and the remarkable reconstruction that followed. This book provides a comprehensive historical account of Chicago, revealing the forces that shaped the city's identity and offering a fascinating glimpse into the growth and development of one of America's most iconic urban centers. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…