Chicago: Past, Present, Future (1870)

By: Wright, John Stephen

Book Overview

""Chicago: Past, Present, Future"" is a historical non-fiction book written by John Stephen Wright and first published in 1870. The book provides a comprehensive account of the city of Chicago, covering its past, present, and future prospects. Wright delves into the city's early history, including its founding and development, as well as its growth into a major industrial and commercial center during the 19th century. He also examines the city's social and cultural life, including its architecture, art, and literature. In addition to exploring Chicago's past, Wright also provides insights into its present condition and prospects for the future. He discusses the city's infrastructure, economy, and politics, as well as its challenges and opportunities for growth and development. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, with vivid descriptions and detailed analysis of the city's history and contemporary issues. Overall, ""Chicago: Past, Present, Future"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of one of America's most iconic cities. It provides a fascinating insight into Chicago's past, present, and future, and is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the city's unique character and significance.Relations To The Great Interior, And To The Continent.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: 1166487210
• ISBN13: 9781166487218
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 502 Pages
• Weight: 1.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"