San Francisco, California

Autor*innen

• Patricia Kennedy

Reihen

• Images of America: California

Parameter

• 130 Seiten
• 5 Lesestunden

• Geschichte

Mehr zum Buch

The book provides a visual journey through San Francisco's transformation from a small harbor village to a bustling metropolis during the Gold Rush and beyond. Featuring over 200 vintage images, it documents the lives of early residents, family outings, and significant events like the rebuilding after the 1906 Earthquake and the Panama-Pacific Exposition of 1915. Key landmarks such as Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf, and the Golden Gate Bridge are highlighted, showcasing the city's rich cultural and historical tapestry from the mid-1800s to the early 20th century.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2001
• Einband: Hardcover