The Comprehensive Guide To The Bridges Of The Chicago River
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The Comprehensive Guide To The Bridges Of The Chicago River
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Author : Michael K. Hopson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1994
The Comprehensive Guide To The Bridges Of The Chicago River written by Michael K. Hopson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994 with Bridges categories.
Books details the history of the bridges that span the Chicago River including the type of bridge, year completed and other information.
Chicago River Bridges
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Author : Patrick T. McBriarty
language : en
Publisher: University of Illinois Press
Release Date : 2013-09-23
Chicago River Bridges written by Patrick T. McBriarty and has been published by University of Illinois Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-09-23 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Chicago River Bridges presents the untold history and development of Chicago's iconic bridges, from the first wood footbridge built by a tavern owner in 1832 to the fantastic marvels of steel, concrete, and machinery of today. It is the story of Chicago as seen through its bridges, for it has been the bridges that proved critical in connecting and reconnecting the people, industry, and neighborhoods of a city that is constantly remaking itself. In this book, author Patrick T. McBriarty shows how generations of Chicagoans built (and rebuilt) the thriving city trisected by the Chicago River and linked by its many crossings. The first comprehensive guidebook of these remarkable features of Chicago's urban landscape, Chicago River Bridges chronicles more than 175 bridges spanning 55 locations along the Main Channel, South Branch, and North Branch of the Chicago River. With new full-color photography of the existing bridges by Kevin Keeley and Laura Banick and more than one hundred black and white images of bridges past, the book unearths the rich history of Chicago's downtown bridges from the Michigan Avenue Bridge to the often forgotten bridges that once connected thoroughfares such as Rush, Erie, Taylor, and Polk Streets. Throughout, McBriarty delivers new research into the bridges' architectural designs, engineering innovations, and their impact on Chicagoans' daily lives. Describing the structure and mechanics of various kinds of moveable bridges (including vertical-lift, Scherer rolling lift, and Strauss heel trunnion mechanisms) in a manner that is accessible and still satisfying to the bridge aficionado, he explains how the dominance of the "Chicago-style" bascule drawbridge influenced the style and mechanics of bridges worldwide. Interspersed throughout are the human dramas that played out on and around the bridges, such as the floods of 1849 and 1992, the cattle crossing collapse of the Rush Street Bridge, or Vincent "The Schemer" Drucci's Michigan Avenue Bridge jump. A confluence of Chicago history, urban design, and engineering lore, Chicago River Bridges illustrates Chicago's significant contribution to drawbridge innovation and the city's emergence as the drawbridge capital of the world. It is perfect for any reader interested in learning more about the history and function of Chicago's many and varied bridges. The introduction won The Henry N. Barkhausen Award for original research in the field of Great Lakes maritime history sponsored by the Association for Great Lakes Maritime History.
The Chicago River
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Author : David M. Solzman
language : en
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Release Date : 2006
The Chicago River written by David M. Solzman and has been published by University of Chicago Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with History categories.
Provides a guidebook to the river and its waterways. Explores the physical character as well as the natural history of the river.
The Chicago River From Your Window
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Author : Paul Frisbie
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2002
The Chicago River From Your Window written by Paul Frisbie and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002 with Birds categories.
Helps you identify the boats, bridges, birds, fish and animals that make the Chicago River so unique. Includes a short story of the River complete with illustrations, maps, diagrams, and photographs along with useful information about things like Chicago River boat rentals, Chicago River environmental organizations and Chicago River parks.
Chicago S Bridges
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Author : Nathan Holth
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2013-01-20
Chicago S Bridges written by Nathan Holth and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-01-20 with Architecture categories.
The Chicago River divides America's Second City into the North and South Sides, and the bridges that span it are famous for their number and beauty. With the first constructed in 1832, it was only twelve years later that a moveable bridge appeared, and today Chicago is home to some sixty bridges in all, making it one of the most bridge-rich cities in the world. These bridges even today offer fascinating glimpses into Chicago's development from rough-and-tumble trading outpost to world-class city known for its architecture and culture, and this book traces the evolution of them all, from the original rising bascules to the splendidly designed twentieth-century structures that lend Chicago much of the grandeur for which it is known world-wide.
The Chicago River
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Author : David M. Solzman
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2006
The Chicago River written by David M. Solzman and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Chicago River (Ill.) categories.
Chicago S Bridges
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Author : Nathan Holth
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2013-01-20
Chicago S Bridges written by Nathan Holth and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-01-20 with Architecture categories.
The Chicago River divides America's Second City into the North and South Sides, and the bridges that span it are famous for their number and beauty. With the first constructed in 1832, it was only twelve years later that a moveable bridge appeared, and today Chicago is home to some sixty bridges in all, making it one of the most bridge-rich cities in the world. These bridges even today offer fascinating glimpses into Chicago's development from rough-and-tumble trading outpost to world-class city known for its architecture and culture, and this book traces the evolution of them all, from the original rising bascules to the splendidly designed twentieth-century structures that lend Chicago much of the grandeur for which it is known world-wide.
Dk Eyewitness Travel Guide Chicago
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Author : DK Travel
language : en
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Release Date : 2017-01-16
Dk Eyewitness Travel Guide Chicago written by DK Travel and has been published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-01-16 with Travel categories.
The DK Eyewitness Chicago Travel Guide will lead you straight to the best attractions Chicago has to offer. The guide includes unique cutaways, floorplans and reconstructions of the city's stunning architecture, plus 3D aerial views of the key districts to explore on foot. You'll find detailed listings of the best hotels, restaurants, bars and shops for all budgets in this fully updated and expanded guide, plus insider tips on everything from where to find the best markets and nightspots to great attractions for children. The DK Eyewitness Chicago Travel Guide shows you what others only tell you. Winner of the Top Guidebook Series in the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards 2017.
Two Miles Eighteen Bridges A Walk Along The Chicago River
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language : en
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Aia Guide To Chicago
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Author : American Institute of Architects Chicago
language : en
Publisher: University of Illinois Press
Release Date : 2022-06-28
Aia Guide To Chicago written by American Institute of Architects Chicago and has been published by University of Illinois Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-06-28 with Architecture categories.
Chicago’s architecture attracts visitors from around the globe. The fourth edition of the AIA Guide to Chicago is the best portable resource for exploring this most breathtaking and dynamic of cityscapes. The editors offer entries on new destinations like the Riverwalk, the St. Regis Chicago, and The 606 as well as updated descriptions of Willis Tower and other refreshed landmarks. Thirty-four maps and over 500 photos make it easy to find each of the almost 2000 featured sites. A special insert, new to this edition, showcases the variety of Chicago architecture with over 80 full-color images arranged chronologically. A comprehensive index organizes entries by name and architect. Sumptuously detailed and user friendly, the AIA Guide to Chicago encourages travelers and residents alike to explore the many diverse neighborhoods of one of the world’s great architectural destinations.