This volume, featuring illustrations of nearly 200 murals, describes the history behind the murals of Chicago - who commissioned them and why, the subjects of the murals, and the collaboration of artist and architect. The book is divided into easy-to-read geographical sections with maps for walking tours. There is also information about lesser known artists and on murals that have been destroyed over the years.
- ISBN10 0226305996
- ISBN13 9780226305998
- Publish Date 1 April 2001
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Imprint University of Chicago Press
- Edition New edition
- Format Paperback
- Pages 520
- Language English
- URL http://wiley.com/remtitle.cgi?isbn=9780226305998