San Antonio: A Historical and Pictorial Guide (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258443382)

San Antonio: A Historical and Pictorial Guide by Charles Ramsdell is a comprehensive guidebook that delves into the rich history and cultural heritage of San Antonio, Texas. The book provides a detailed account of the city's past, from its founding in 1718 to the present day. It covers the major events and personalities that have shaped the city's history, including the Spanish colonization, the Alamo, the Mexican-American War, and the growth of the city as a major cultural and economic center.The guidebook is illustrated with over 200 photographs and maps that help to bring the city's history to life. It also includes a detailed walking tour of the downtown area, highlighting the city's most important landmarks and attractions. The book provides useful information for visitors to the city, including recommendations for hotels, restaurants, and other amenities.Overall, San Antonio: A Historical and Pictorial Guide is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of this vibrant Texas city. It is a must-read for history buffs, tourists, and anyone who wants to learn more about San Antonio's rich heritage.Maps By David Price, Green B. Jameson, And Daryl Engel.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Charles Ramsdell
ISBN-10: 1258443384
ISBN-13: 9781258443382
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 07/28/2012
Pages: 320
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.31lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d