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1891 "The City of Cincinnati and its Resources"

November 16th 2015 @ 8:03pm EST
Winning Bid
$166

Item Details

An 1891 antique hardcover volume of The City of Cincinnati and its Resources, by the Cincinnati Times-Star Company, a newspaper publisher in the city from 1880-1974. The book showcases the city and particularly its industries and economic activities, possibly with an eye toward luring investors and businesses to the city. It features an extensive collection of late 19th century photographs of the city, as well as many illustrations and period advertisements, providing a fascinating record of the daily life and architecture of the time period.

Condition

- some cover wear, and the spine is taped. Otherwise only minor paper discoloration and other light cosmetic damage consistent with age.

Dimensions

1.0" W x 14.0" H x 18.0" D

Item #

15CIN457-001

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