Stories And Sketches Of Chicago (1880)

""Stories and Sketches of Chicago"" is a collection of essays and stories written by James Baird McClure and published in 1880. The book provides a unique glimpse into the early history of Chicago, chronicling the city's growth from a small trading post to a bustling metropolis. McClure's writing is vivid and engaging, capturing the spirit of the city and its people with humor and insight. The book includes a variety of topics, from the city's architecture and infrastructure to its colorful characters and notable events. It also features sketches and illustrations that bring the stories to life. Overall, ""Stories and Sketches of Chicago"" is a fascinating look at one of America's most iconic cities, written by a skilled and observant writer who was clearly passionate about his subject.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.