Isbn: 9780282393908 - a Half Century in Scranton (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores Scranton's remarkable evolution from a humble hamlet to a thriving metropolis in the span of a single century. The author, a physician who witnessed the city's transformation from its earliest days in the 1840s, weaves his personal recollections into the narrative, providing a vivid and intimate account of its rise. The book delves into Scranton's industrial heritage, particularly the significance of the coal and steel industries in shaping its destiny, while also exploring its rich cultural and intellectual history. Through the author's unique perspective, readers gain insights into the factors that fueled Scranton's growth, the challenges it faced, and the lasting legacy it has left on the region. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…