It is like no other book about Chicago's past and present--exploring the dynamic changes that have continuously shaped the greater Loop district from the late nineteenth century to the present time. Downtown's evolution is vividly portrayed through more than 250 historical photos interlaced with a tapestry of memories, experiences and thoughts related by interviewees such as Josephine Baskin Minow, Gary Johnson, Jerome R. Butler, James McDonough, Ann Roth, James O'Connor, Kay Mayer, Michael Demetrio, Bernard Judge, Paul Meincke, Potter Palmer IV and Marshall Field V. A descriptive narrative introduces each section of the book, tying all the elements together.
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The book is co-authored by Chicago historians Eric Bronsky and Neal Samors. Eric, a transit enthusiast and freelance writer, worked as an architectural modelbuilder and historian for the City of Chicago under several mayors. Neal has authored or co-authored seven books about Chicago's neighborhoods and eras. His recent book "Chicago in the Sixties: Remembering a Time of Change," won the 2007 Independent Publisher Book Award in the History Books category. Both authors are lifelong residents of Chicago.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By M. Nicks
Format:Hardcover
Have not finish the book------But it all that I thpught it would be.
Being 71 and living in South Shore I spent many a day down there. Went to school, shopping, playing and dated in the area. Ihe book brings great feelings back to me.
I also buy anything that I can find on chicago and putting it on cds. so my children and grand-children know the past the now and the future.
Anyone that has lived in or aroud Chicago it is a MUST.
It is sad to see the changes but that is life---like or not.
Mary-Ann (Fitzgibbom) Nicks.
Being 71 and living in South Shore I spent many a day down there. Went to school, shopping, playing and dated in the area. Ihe book brings great feelings back to me.
I also buy anything that I can find on chicago and putting it on cds. so my children and grand-children know the past the now and the future.
Anyone that has lived in or aroud Chicago it is a MUST.
It is sad to see the changes but that is life---like or not.
Mary-Ann (Fitzgibbom) Nicks.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By E. Bickham
Format:Hardcover
This book is great! Great pictures and good narratives about the city. We spent several hours showing this book to my 95 year old mother in law who grew up and worked in Chicago. The book delighted her as she viewed the pictures! The book was a great vehicle to take her back in time. I highly recommend it!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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The book has many fine pictures showing the change from the 40's and 50's. There are a lot of pictures of the Chicago Transit Authority and how the buses and streetcars have changed. My brother-in-law saw the book, and liked it so much, that I gave it to him.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
A treasure!
For anyone who grew up in Chicago, a lovely pictorial history of The Loop. I gave it to my parents who began their lives there in the 1920s. They are enjoying it immensely.
Published 2 months ago by Marjorie Rackliffe
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Downtown Chicago in Transition
The book arrived prior to the anticipated date in very good condition. The book appeared new without any usage. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Jerry Fritsch
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Great Chicago Book
Anyone who was raised in Chicago and/or has ever lived in Chicago for more than 10 years needs to have this book. Pictures and information - fantastic. Read more
Published on October 4, 2009 by Anita Smith
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CHICAGO LOVERS
If you have been born and raised in Chicago and remember going downtown as a kid, you will absolutely love this book. Read more
Published on December 12, 2007 by Sherry A. Salvesen
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