Then & Now (Thunder Bay Press)
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Two hundred years ago, a city was envisioned that would rival the architectural splendor of Athens and Paris, and be the home of its nation's power and influence. That city was Washington, D.C., and through the years it has developed its own unique look and identity. Its most iconic buildings--the White House, the Capitol, and the monuments--share space with modern glass midrises and residential developments. Although some buildings, such as the Smithsonian's castle, look much the same as they did in their early days, others have changed dramatically.
Washington, D.C. Then and Now pairs vintage black-and-white photographs, some of which were taken by photography pioneers such as Mathew Brady, with stunning color photos taken from the same vantage points today. From the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial to Union Station and Ford's Theater, Washington, D.C. Then and Now offers an intriguing view of the history of a city that itself creates history.
Washington, D.C. Then and Now pairs vintage black-and-white photographs, some of which were taken by photography pioneers such as Mathew Brady, with stunning color photos taken from the same vantage points today. From the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial to Union Station and Ford's Theater, Washington, D.C. Then and Now offers an intriguing view of the history of a city that itself creates history.
Baltimore may be world-famous for its crab cakes, Johns Hopkins University, and the Orioles baseball team, but there s much more to this Chesapeake Bay city. With lots of unique architecture, sprawling city parks, lively harbor, and colorful neighborhoods like Little Italy and Greektown. Photographs showcase some of the city s best-loved landmarks, including Druid Hill Park, the Baltimore Zoo, Pratt House, and the Patterson Park Pagoda. Baltimore secured its place in American history when Francis Scott Key wrote The Star-Spangled Banner about the bombardment of Fort McHenry. More than a hundred years later, the fort itself is still one of the city s favorite landmarks. Pier 4 in Baltimore s Inner Harbor offers a visual depiction of the city s evolution. It began its life as Dugan s Wharf and later became the Merchant & Miners Co. Pier in 1910. Now, Pier 4 is the National Aquarium, home to more than 10,000 animals and a tropical rainforest exhibit. Baltimore has its share of impressive architecture, including the beloved Bromo-Seltzer Tower. Compare its early 20th century profile complete with a 51-foot revolving replica of the blue Bromo-Seltzer bottle to its modern incarnation."
Two hundred years ago, a city was envisioned that would rival the architectural splendor of Athens and Paris, and be the home of its nation's power and influence. That city was Washington, D.C., and through the years it has developed its own unique look and identity. Its most iconic buildings--the White House, the Capitol, and the monuments--share space with modern glass midrises and residential developments. Although some buildings, such as the Smithsonian's castle, look much the same as they did in their early day, others have changed dramatically.
- Washington, D.C. Then and Now pairs vintage black-and-white photographs, some of which were taken by photography pioneers such as Mathew Brady, with stunning color photos taken from the same vantage point today.
- From the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial to Union Station and Ford's Theater, see the nation's capital like never before.
This compact edition of Washington, D.C. Then and Now offers an intriguing view of the history of a city that itself creates history.
- Washington, D.C. Then and Now pairs vintage black-and-white photographs, some of which were taken by photography pioneers such as Mathew Brady, with stunning color photos taken from the same vantage point today.
- From the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial to Union Station and Ford's Theater, see the nation's capital like never before.
This compact edition of Washington, D.C. Then and Now offers an intriguing view of the history of a city that itself creates history.