Chicago Yesterdays: A Sheaf Of Reminiscences (1919)

By Caroline Kirkland and Robert Greaves McGann

Book Overview

Chicago Yesterdays: A Sheaf of Reminiscences (1919) is a book written by Caroline Kirkland. The book is a collection of personal essays and anecdotes about life in Chicago during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Kirkland, who was born and raised in Chicago, provides a unique perspective on the city's history and culture, drawing on her own experiences and those of her family and friends. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the Great Chicago Fire, the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893, the city's social and cultural scene, and the struggles of everyday life in a rapidly growing metropolis. Kirkland's writing is engaging and vivid, bringing to life the sights, sounds, and personalities of Chicago's past. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Chicago or the social and cultural history of the United States.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: 1164347519
• ISBN13: 9781164347514
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 1.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"