A Tour of St. Louis (Classic Reprint): Or, the Inside Life of a Great City - Couverture souple

Joseph A. Dacus

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1331737737 ISBN 13 : 9781331737735

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the story of a growing city through its press, its markets, and its famous eateries.

This guide offers a snapshot of St. Louis as it rose to prominence in the late 19th century. It highlights how newspapers shaped public life, the key players behind major offices, and the bustling business scene that fed a rising metropolis.

Readers will glimpse iconic local institutions, from celebrated bakeries to landmark restaurants, and hear how these places reflected the city’s culture and ambitions. The book blends historical sketches with vivid descriptions of commerce, food, and daily life that defined St. Louis at the time.

• Profiles of prominent newspapers and editors shaping local journalism
• Descriptions of bakeries and dining spots that became community anchors
• Insights into the city’s commercial growth and manufacturing activity
• Snapshots of cultural and social life in a thriving American city

Ideal for readers of city history and travel guides who want a concise, illustrated sense of historic St. Louis.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1331737737
• ISBN 13: 9781331737735
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 577
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