Carnegie Libraries Across America : A Public Legacy

Jones, Theodore

ISBN 10: 0471144223 / ISBN 13: 9780471144229

Published by Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John, 1997

Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 5747195-75

Synopsis:

Over one hundred years ago, public libraries were a rarity on America′s Main Streets. One huge philanthropic gesture of wealthy industrialist Andrew Carnegie forever changed this, as he donated library funds to cities and towns across the country. In 1893, the first Carnegie library opened in Fairfield, Iowa. Today, the 1,688 Carnegie libraries are the single largest group of historic buildings – nationally and in each state – standing as libraries, museums, or historic icons.

• Illustrates the variety of architectural styles of Carnegie libraries nationwide

Indexed by state, place, and building, including street address, date of construction, and current use of each library

• Features 75 black and white photographs

THEODORE JONES (New York, New York) is a writer and editor of architecture, preservation and housing issues for The New York Times (American Homestyle) and the Times–Mirror Magazine Groups Home Mechanix. He was formerly a journalist for the Minneapolis Star–Tribune.

About the Author: THEODORE JONES is a New York City writer and editor specializing in architecture, preservation, and housing issues for The New York Times and the Times–Mirror Magazine Groups.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Carnegie Libraries Across America : A Public...
Publisher: Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
Publication Date: 1997
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good