Chicago Yesterdays: A Sheaf Of Reminiscences (1919)

By Caroline Kirkland and Robert Greaves McGann

Book Overview

Chicago Yesterdays: A Sheaf Of Reminiscences is a book written by Caroline Kirkland and published in 1919. The book is a collection of stories and memories about life in Chicago during the mid-19th century. Kirkland writes about her experiences living in Chicago during this time and provides a vivid account of the city's history and culture. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of life in Chicago. Topics covered include early settlers, the Great Fire of 1871, the Chicago River, and the city's famous meatpacking industry. Kirkland's writing is engaging and descriptive, and she provides a unique perspective on life in Chicago during this fascinating period of history. Overall, Chicago Yesterdays: A Sheaf Of Reminiscences is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Chicago or the Midwest.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436611156
• ISBN13: 9781436611152
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 1.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"