Illinois: A History in Pictures

by Gerald A. Danzer

Book Overview

Offering a rich and expansive history that extends far beyond the familiar anecdotes about Abraham Lincoln and the Great Chicago Fire, Illinois: A History in Pictures gathers drawings, engravings, photographs, maps, and other illustrations to inspire imaginations young and old to envision the history of Illinois in all its depth and breadth. Gerald A. Danzer distills the story of Illinois from these visual artifacts, exploring the state's history...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0252032888
• ISBN13: 9780252032882
• Release Date: April 2011
• Publisher: University of Illinois Press
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 2.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 8.0" x 10.0"