Description: This is an above average to good condition softcover book approx. - 7 x 10 inches. DOWNTOWN CHICAGO'S HISTORIC MOVIE THEATRESBY KONRAD SCHIECKEMCFARLAND2012195 pages with b/w photos throughoutThe story of downtown Chicago--its early development, later struggles, and current restoration--is mirrored in the history of the theatres that occupied its streets. This vivid chronicle tells the tale of the Windy City's theatres, from mid-nineteenth century vaudeville houses to the urban decline and renewal of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Discussed are the rebuilding efforts after the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, the first nickel theaters showing "moving pictures," the ornate silent movie palaces, the move to "talkies," the challenges of the Great Depression and the introduction of television, and urban decline. Today, Chicago has preserved some of its most historic movie palaces, landmarks of cultural vibrancy in its reawakened downtown. With nearly 200 photographs from the Theatre Historical Society of America, this work brings to life all of the theatres that have enlivened Chicago's entertainment district, reflecting the transformation of downtown Chicago itself.Book has slight overall handling, slight handling to cover edges/corners. There is a penned word and newspaper clipping taped on first page (see photo). Book is well bound, no writings, pages look good, etc. I am also enclosing several clippings that were tucked inside this book by previous owner - most come from newspapers, some appear to come from magazines or books (see last two photos)Great Chicago theatre nostalgia! Buyer pays $5 media shipping in U.S. I have been a book lover since I was a child and a book collector for many years. Many of the books I put on ebay come from my personal collection. I specialize in history, vintage children's books, religion and the arts, along with older fiction, cooking and gardening. Please email me - if you have any questions or would like more pictures. Track Page Views With Auctiva's Counter
Price: 35.99 USD
Location: Chicago, Illinois
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Publication Year: 2012
Format: Paperback
Signed By: Author
Language: English
Book Title: Downtown Chicago's Historic Movie Theatres
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Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Author: Schiecke
Features: Illustrated
Original Language: English
Genre: History
Topic: Chicago History
