Washington: Old And New (1913)

By Barry Bulkley

Book Overview

Washington: Old And New is a book written by Bulkley Barry and published in 1913. The book takes a comprehensive look at the history and development of Washington, D.C., from its early days as a swampy, uninhabitable area to its emergence as the capital of the United States. The author provides detailed descriptions of the city's landmarks, such as the Capitol Building, the White House, and the Lincoln Memorial, as well as its lesser-known neighborhoods and communities. The book also includes numerous photographs and illustrations that help to bring the city's rich history to life. Washington: Old And New is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of the United States and its capital city.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: 1120954002
• ISBN13: 9781120954008
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"