Chicago: The History Of Its Reputation

By Lloyd Lewis and Henry Smith

Book Overview

""Chicago: The History of Its Reputation"" by Lloyd Lewis is a comprehensive account of the city of Chicago and its reputation throughout history. The book explores the various events and personalities that have shaped Chicago's image over time, from the Great Fire of 1871 to the rise of Al Capone and beyond. The author examines how Chicago has been perceived by outsiders, including politicians, journalists, and cultural figures, and how these perceptions have influenced the city's development. Through a combination of historical research and personal anecdotes, Lewis paints a vivid picture of Chicago's past and present, and offers insights into its future. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Chicago or the cultural and social forces that shape our 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: 1163806560
• ISBN13: 9781163806562
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 520 Pages
• Weight: 1.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"