Fairmount Park: Sketches Of Its Scenery, Waters, And History (1872)

By Charles Shearer 1825-1904 [Fro Keyser

Book Overview

Fairmount Park: Sketches Of Its Scenery, Waters, And History is a book written by Charles Shearer Keyser and originally published in 1872. The book provides a comprehensive account of Fairmount Park, which is a large municipal park located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The book is divided into different sections, each of which provides a detailed description of a particular aspect of the park. The first section deals with the park's natural beauty, including its lush greenery, scenic waterways, and stunning landscapes. The author describes the park's various gardens, including the Japanese Garden, the Italian Garden, and the Horticultural Garden, and provides a detailed account of the different trees and plants that can be found in the park.The second section of the book focuses on the park's waterways, including the Schuylkill River and the Wissahickon Creek. The author describes the various boating and fishing opportunities available in the park, as well as the different bridges and dams that have been built over the years.The final section of the book provides a brief history of the park, including its origins as a private estate and its transformation into a public park. The author also provides information on the various buildings and monuments that can be found in the park, including the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Memorial Hall.Overall, Fairmount Park: Sketches Of Its Scenery, Waters, And History is a comprehensive guide to one of America's most beautiful and historic parks. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the natural beauty and cultural significance of this iconic American landmark.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: 1164642650
• ISBN13: 9781164642657
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"