Picturesque Chicago is a book published in 1882 by the Chicago Engraving Company that showcases the beauty and grandeur of the city of Chicago. The book features stunning illustrations and engravings of the city's most iconic landmarks, including the Chicago River, Lake Michigan, Grant Park, and the famous Chicago Board of Trade building. The engravings are accompanied by detailed descriptions of the history and significance of each landmark, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the city's rich cultural heritage. The book also includes a section on the city's architecture, highlighting the unique and innovative designs that have made Chicago a hub of architectural innovation. Picturesque Chicago is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of this vibrant and dynamic 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.
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