[Florida History, St. Augustine] Bloomfield's Illustrated Historical Guide, Embracing an Account of the Antiquities of St. Augustine, Florida [With Map]

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Gilt-stamped blue cloth covered boards; Bindings are tight and square. Text with a few scattered pencil underlines, light even toning. Moderate shelf handling wear with mild sun-fading on the spine. 8vo; 7.25 inches tall; 110 pp. B/W illustrations. First Edition, First Printing. Two folded maps: +++ As a Frontispiece, Bloomfield's Map of St. Augustine, Fla., and its environs; +++ Attached at the rear is a color map of Florida. The guide provides a detailed narrative of St. Augustine's history, including its founding in 1565 by Spanish explorers, its colonial history under Spanish and British rule, and its development into a tourist destination in the 19th century. Presenting descriptions of the city's landmarks, such as the Castillo de San Marcos, the Cathedral Basilica, and other key historical sites. It also offers a snapshot of its historical and archaeological significance light on the architectural and cultural influences present in the city, during that time. Revealing the burgeoning tourism industry of the late 19th century. Highlighting how historical narratives were crafted to attract visitors, emphasizing the romanticized view of St. Augustine as a quaint, ancient city with a rich past. Completion of the title . To Which is Added a Condensed Guide of the St. John's, Ocklawaha, Halifax, and Indian Rivers, Distance Tables to Points on the above-mentioned Rivers, and Principal Cities North, East, and West. N° de ref. del artículo 013634

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