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Chicago The History Of Its Reputation

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Publisher's Synopsis

""Chicago: The History Of Its Reputation"" by Lloyd Lewis is a comprehensive account of the city of Chicago, its rise to prominence, and its reputation as a hub of industry, culture, and innovation. The book delves into the city's history, from its early days as a small trading post to its emergence as a leading center of commerce and culture. It explores the city's role in the development of the United States, including its contributions to industry, transportation, and architecture. The book also examines the city's cultural and social history, including its role in the labor movement, the rise of organized crime, and the development of jazz and blues music. Throughout the book, Lewis provides a vivid and engaging portrait of Chicago, drawing on a wealth of primary sources and personal anecdotes to bring the city's history to life. Overall, ""Chicago: The History Of Its Reputation"" is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of one of America's most iconic cities.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781104838829
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 522
Weight: 930g
Height: 229mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 33mm