1898 Picturesque Sketches of American Progress J.H. Beale

Description: “Picturesque Sketches of American Progress” is an antiquarian hardcover book with a decorative Victorian binding, dated 1883. This 141+ year old book is written by J.H. Beale. It offers a captivating glimpse into the growth and development of America’s great cities in the 19th century. Compiled under the supervision of local authorities, this richly illustrated volume showcases the origins, commerce, and industry of cities across the country, alongside detailed historical sketches of significant national achievements and events. From bustling urban centers to scenic resorts, the book provides a fascinating look at America’s progress during various administrations. Complete with a copious number of illustrated engravings in black and white throughout the book. It is both a visual and historical treasure, perfect for enthusiasts of American history and urban development. This unique book offers a trove of informational American History and paired with countless intricately detailed illustrated engravings that are shown as full page plates, partial page illustrations, maps, portraits, and so much more. The book is broken into two parts, the first is a profusely illustrated walk through each of the great American Cities, dripping with information about their development, history, and their iconic places and architectural feats. Then, the second part is a review of Our Country’s Achievements in Chronological Order. It begins with events as early as the First Settlements, reviewing all significant events throughout our history, including all of the conflicts, wars, significant battles, the writing of great documents, such as the Declararion of Insependence and the Constitution, and political events, including the various presidential administrations from George Washington until the time of this book’s publication. This book focuses on urban and industrial growth, giving details of the transformation of American cities from small settlements into bustling commercial and industrial hubs, highlighting advancements in transportation, trade, and infrastructure. As transcontinental railroads became more and more of a reality, distant parts of the country were connecting and spurring economic growth and facilitating commerce and communication across the nation. The westward expansion was opening up settlements in western territories, and this book features the establishment of the new towns and cities all across the West, including stunning illustrations and information all about many of the awe-inspiring natural wonders in our country’s National Parks. It strongly emphasizes our great civil and architectural landmarks, including the construction specifics of iconic public buildings, bridges, and monuments that symbolize American progress, including the Statue of Liberty, bridges, damns, notable government structures, and other architectural feats. In the review of our country’s historical events, it speaks of our many political achievements and all the work it took to get a democracy of our own. It walks the reader through the evolution of American democracy and government policies under various presidential administrations, including progress in civil rights and the legal system, among many other topics. This comprehensive work celebrates these and other milestones that helped shape America’s economic, social, and political landscape. It is a beautiful illustrated antiquarian history book that is packed full of stunningly intricate engravings throughout its pages. It contains many full-page plates and partial page engravings, maps, portraits, and so much more! This copy has been very well preserved throughout the past 141+ years and remains in very good condition. It is bound in a decorative burgundy cloth wrapper with gold gilt details on the front cover and spine. The binding is tight, sound, and secure. The pages are clean and free of markings, except for the possibility of a previous owner’s signature on the inside front cover or first blank page. The pages in the first half of the book are bright white and clean, while the second part of the book the pages weirdly enough seem a tad tanned, but are also clean. All of the book’s pages have sharp corners and clean edges. The illustrations are absolutely lovely. This books is completely free of any loose or missing pages. A lovely antique book of American History that offers the reader a unique glimpse at what was taught in American History classrooms over 140 years ago. History has a tendency to be rewritten, which is why old books are so important! This profusely illustrated book would make a beautiful addition to any book lover’s bookshelf! Get your hands on this American treasure today!

Price: 118 USD

Location: Columbia, Missouri

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