Austin Then and Now(r)

By William Dylan Powell

Extensively revised, redesigned, Austin Then and Now(R) puts archive and contemporary photographs of the same landmark side-by-side to showcase the city's past.

Austin is known for its impressive streets and period architecture, particularly the imposing State Capitol and the view down Congress Avenue. It offers a blend of outstanding natural attractions including Barton Springs and Town Lake, as well as international venues such as the stunning new Circuit of the Americas, the home of the U.S. Grand Prix. From its beginnings as a sleepy village to its current position as the Texas state capital, Austin has witnessed incredible growth. This captivating chronicle of a fascinating city matches historic images with specially commissioned views of the same scenes as they appear today. Locations include Driskill Hotel, Sixth Street, O. Henry Museum, Pierre Bremond House, Paramount Theatre, Millet Opera House, Texas Capitol, St. Mary's Cathedral, Lundberg Bakery, Old Travis County Courthouse, Governor's Mansion, Old Land Office, Moonlight Towers, Custer House, University of Texas Tower, Pemberton Heights, Texas State Hospital, Barton Springs, and Circuit of the Americas.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1909815578
• ISBN13: 9781909815575
• Release Date: November 2014
• Publisher: Pavilion Books
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 2.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 11.2" x 9.9"

Customer Reviews

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found it very interesting and enjoyable to look into the past of a city i visited in the past

Great Book!

I thought I had all the books on Austin! This book is great. I love the series, and the photos are terrific. All the important sites are included.

Great Gift and Coffee Table Book

As someone who lived in Austin in the '60's and returned recently, the comparison of landmarks 'then and now' was a wonderful stroll through Austin's memorable sites. We liked the book so much that we gifted others with it - it's a very popular conversation book which all our friends have enjoyed.