The Historical Geography Of Detroit (1918) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164131175)

The Historical Geography of Detroit, written by Almon Ernest Parkins and originally published in 1918, is a comprehensive study of the city of Detroit from its founding to the early 20th century. The book explores the city's history, geography, and topography, and provides a detailed account of its growth and development over time.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different period in Detroit's history. The first chapter provides an overview of the city's founding and early settlement, while subsequent chapters explore topics such as the city's growth during the 19th century, its role in the Civil War, and its transformation into a major industrial center in the early 20th century.Throughout the book, Parkins provides detailed descriptions of Detroit's physical landscape, including its rivers, lakes, and surrounding countryside. He also examines the city's architecture, infrastructure, and urban planning, providing insight into the forces that shaped its development over time.Overall, The Historical Geography of Detroit is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this important American city. Its detailed analysis of Detroit's geography, history, and development provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, and offers valuable insights into the city's present and future.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: Almon Ernest Parkins
ISBN-10: 1164131176
ISBN-13: 9781164131175
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 376
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.11lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.78d