Description of Banvard's Panorama of the Mississippi River: A Forgotten Spectacle of 19th-Century America

By John Banvard

The Forgotten Mega-Spectacle That Once Toured the Nation - Now Rediscovered

Step into 19th-century America with Description of Banvard's Panorama of the Mississippi River, a vivid and fascinating account of the longest panoramic painting ever created. Artist and entrepreneur John Banvard takes readers on a journey down the Mississippi River, describing the grand landscapes, historic sites, and vibrant cultures captured in his moving panorama. A captivating blend of art, travel, and history, this book offers a rare glimpse into a once-celebrated form of visual storytelling and a forgotten chapter of American entertainment.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1667305506
• ISBN13: 9781667305509
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Antiquarius
• Length: 42 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"