""The Celebration of the Fourth of July by Means of Pageantry"" is a book written by William Chauncy Langdon that explores the history and evolution of Fourth of July celebrations in America. The book focuses on the use of pageantry, or elaborate displays of patriotism and national pride, as a means of commemorating the holiday. Langdon delves into the origins of these celebrations, tracing them back to the early days of the republic and the founding...