Publisher's Synopsis
A Tour of St. Louis: Or The Inside Life of a Great City is a book written by Joseph A. Dacus and published in 1878. The book provides a comprehensive description of the city of St. Louis, Missouri, covering its history, geography, architecture, culture, and social life. Dacus takes the reader on a tour of the city, exploring its streets, neighborhoods, and landmarks, and providing detailed accounts of its institutions, such as schools, hospitals, and churches. He also delves into the city's economy, industry, and transportation, describing the various businesses, factories, and modes of transportation that make St. Louis a thriving metropolis. The book is written in a lively and engaging style, with vivid descriptions and anecdotes that bring the city to life. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of St. Louis, and for those who want to explore the city and its many attractions. Overall, A Tour of St. Louis is a fascinating portrait of a great American city in the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
