Isbn: 9780282964689 - the Forest City: Comprising the Official Photographic Views of the Universal Exposition, Held in Saint Louis, 1904, Commemorating the Acquisition of the Louisiana Territory (classic Reprint) (4 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 offers a visual record of the 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition, also known as the St. Louis World's Fair. The author presents a historical context for the event, explaining its significance as a celebration of the acquisition of the Louisiana territories and the centennial of Lewis and Clark's expedition. The text explores the themes of cultural exchange and technological advancement that were central to the fair's exhibits. By examining international pavilions, industrial displays, and the fair's many sculptures and architectural wonders, the book examines how the fair celebrated American progress and global interconnectedness at the turn of the 20th century. These insights make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of world's fairs, American history, or the cultural landscape of the early 20th century. 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.…

Condition: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 492 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.