A guide to the rich cultural institutions of the Philadelphia area
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Morris J. Vogel, Professor of History at Temple University, has published several other books, including Still Philadelphia and Philadelphia Stories, both co-authored with Fredric M. Miller and Allen F. Davis (Temple).
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Seller: Peter L. Masi - books, MONTAGUE, MA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Used - Very Good. Design by Katz Wheeler. Philadelphia: Temple University Press, 1991. 256 pages. Color photos of artifacts, artworks, historic houses. 10 x 8", cloth, dj. ISBN 087722840X. VG/VG. Seller Inventory # 52165
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Seller: Mullen Books, ABAA, Marietta, PA, U.S.A.
Hardbound. Condition: VG (May have slight edge wear). Blue cloth with red lettering on spine, color illustrated dustjacket. 256 pp., profusely illustrated in color; includes maps. "Traces the origins of the Philadelphia area's cultural and scientific institutions in the formative years of the American republic, examines the effects of the later economic expansion and rise of fortunes in the mid- and late-19th century, explores the notion of progress and the place it occupies in institutions of formal culture, and considers the continual reinterpretation of the past." (dj) Full of wonderful color images of items from collections from various libraries and museums, along with annotations. Essays include the Introduction, American Nationality, Victoriana, Discovery and Exploration, and The World We Have Lost. Each institution is profiled. A wonderful reference, whether you are looking for something specific, or simply looking for something you never knew about! Seller Inventory # 103449