Chicago in Maps 1612 to 2002

Chicago in Maps 1612 to 2002 by Robert A Holland. Published by Rizzoli International Publications Inc, New York, NY, 2005. 1st Edition1st Printing. Hardbound, Paper DJ. Size 4to (up to 12'' tall). Condition: Fine in Good DJ. 208 Pgs. ISBN 0847827437. LCCN 2005904551. A luxuriously illustrated cartographic history of Chicago, known for centuries as the gateway city to the West. Through rare and beautiful maps of the city produced during the past four hundred years, the author explores Chicago's urban and social tapestry. These powerful and evocative document offer an unprecedented avenue to the city's past; a fascinating collective portrait of the evolution of one of America's great towns. Description text copyright 2010 BooksForComfort. Item ID 22069.