Since it first grew up along the shores of Lake Michigan, Chicago blossomed into a vibrant and progressive city with a landscape unlike any other. A lively volume for anyone who loves the windy city, Chicago Then and Now pairs vintage shots from more than 100 years of the city's history with updated images of how those locales appear today. As a major American urban center with a lively legacy of triumph over nature and disaster, no metropolis grew faster than Chicago in the mid 19th-century with a population that more than doubled every few years.
Bouncing back from a calamitous fire, re-engineering the flow of a mighty river and challenging gravity with a series of pioneering skyscrapers, the eclectic story and rich history of Chicago is revealed through this evocative collection of archival photos paired with modern views. Fascinating images reflect the many faces of Chicago's heritage including views of Grant Park, Lincoln Park, Wabash Avenue, Lake Street, Marshall Field's, The Palmer House, the Biograph Theatre, The Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago Cultural Center, Michigan Avenue, The Board of Trade, The Rookery, Dearborn Street Station,the Central Railyards, Wacker Drive, the Chicago River , Water Tower, Lake Shore Drive, Navy Pier, Oak Street Beach, Merchandise Mart, Wrigley Field, the Union Stockyards, and many more.
Author Kathleen Maguire has lived in Chicago her entire life as a resident of the city’s South, North, and West Sides. Maguire first brought Chicago’s character to life as a high-school teacher, creating engaging neighborhood field trips for her students. Whether sharing insights with visitors and friends or guiding local tours, she is continuously energized by the brilliance and magic of the city that more than 2.7 million people call home.
144 pages. Hardcover. Book measures 11.25"W x 9.75".
