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Boston Then and Now® for History Lovers
Showcasing the evolution of Boston, the largest city in New England, "Boston Then and Now" pairs vintage photographs with their modern counterparts, revealing how the city has preserved its historic past amidst the rise of new high-rises and the transformation of the Government Center.
Spanning 150 years, the book captures the city's journey of adaptation and change. Featuring key sites from the Revolutionary struggle, including Boston Harbor, Paul Revere's house, and Dorchester Heights - from where George Washington threatened the British garrison - the book highlights how Boston has managed to safeguard a significant portion of its remarkable history despite the march of the 21st century.
The book also sheds light on the impact of the Big Dig, a major infrastructure project that has dramatically reshaped the city's landscape. Despite these changes, Boston has maintained a strong connection to its past, with landmarks such as the Boston Light, USS Constitution, Bunker Hill Monument, Old North Church, Charles Street Jail, Scollay Square, Union Oyster House, Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall, Dock Square, Old State House, Massachusetts State House, Boston Common, Old South Meeting House, Long Wharf, South Station, Liberty Tree Site, Copley Square, Boston Public Library, Museum of Fine Arts, Fenway Park, Kenmore Square, and Cyclorama remaining as vital parts of the city's identity.
Through the juxtaposition of historic and contemporary images, "Boston Then and Now" invites readers to explore the transformation of this iconic American city, where the legacy of the past coexists harmoniously with the progress of the present.
product information:
| Attribute | Value | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| publisher | Pavilion Books (November 1, 2016) | ||||
| language | English | ||||
| hardcover | 144 pages | ||||
| isbn_10 | 9781910904923 | ||||
| isbn_13 | 978-1910904923 | ||||
| item_weight | 2.31 pounds | ||||
| dimensions | 11.22 x 0.63 x 9.84 inches | ||||
| best_sellers_rank | #245,152 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #171 in New England US Travel Books #245 in Travel Photography (Books) #3,007 in U.S. State & Local History | ||||
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