Chicago Antiquities: Including Chicago Business Directory For 1839 (1875)

By Henry Higgins Hurlbut

Book Overview

Chicago Antiquities is a historical book written by Henry Higgins Hurlbut in 1875. The book provides a comprehensive account of the early history of Chicago, including the city's business directory for the year 1839. Hurlbut describes the city's development from a small trading post to a bustling metropolis, highlighting important events, landmarks, and institutions. The book covers various aspects of Chicago's history, such as its early settlers, Native American tribes, and the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. Additionally, the book includes detailed information about the city's businesses, including their locations, owners, and products. Overall, Chicago Antiquities is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Chicago or the development of American 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164146297
• ISBN13: 9781164146292
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"