Zigzag Journeys in the White City

Zigzag Journeys in the White City

Hezekiah Butterworth

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Anson Street Press
Año de edición:
2025
Materia
Historia de América
ISBN:
9781023541046
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Step back in time to the dazzling spectacle of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago with Hezekiah Butterworth’s 'Zigzag Journeys in the White City: With Visits to the Neighboring Metropolis.' More than just a travelogue, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in American cultural history.Experience the grandeur of the White City, a monumental architectural marvel erected on the shores of Lake Michigan to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Columbus’s arrival in the Americas. Through vivid descriptions and insightful observations, Butterworth captures the spirit of innovation, artistry, and optimism that defined this landmark event.Explore the exhibits, marvel at the technological advancements, and encounter the diverse cultures represented at the fair. Beyond the exposition grounds, journey into the bustling metropolis of Chicago itself, a city rapidly transforming into a modern hub. This historical account provides a unique perspective on a bygone era, offering valuable insights into the social, economic, and artistic landscape of late 19th-century America.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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