Publisher's Synopsis
The Philadelphia Book: Or Specimens Of Metropolitan Literature is a book published in 1836 by Key and Biddle. It is a collection of literary works from various authors who lived in Philadelphia at the time. The book includes poems, essays, and short stories that showcase the literary talent of the city. The authors featured in the book include Thomas Buchanan Read, Lydia Huntley Sigourney, and George Lippard, among others. The book is a testament to the rich literary culture of Philadelphia during the mid-19th century, and provides a glimpse into the city's intellectual and artistic heritage. The Philadelphia Book is an important historical document that sheds light on the literary landscape of Philadelphia during a pivotal time in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the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.
