Description
Step back into the “White City” with this authentic 1893 Official Guide to the World’s Columbian Exposition-the landmark Chicago World’s Fair that showcased American ambition, architecture, and innovation on a global stage. Compiled by John J. Flinn, this pocket-size handbook was produced for real fairgoers and remains a highly collectible piece of World’s Fair ephemera.
Key details and highlights:
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Official Guide to the World’s Columbian Exposition (Chicago, 1893)
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Compiled by John J. Flinn (Hand Book Edition)
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Published by The Columbian Guide Company (Administration Building, World’s Columbian Exposition)
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Printed by John Anderson Publishing Company, Chicago
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Copyright 1893 by the World’s Columbian Exposition
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Illustrated interior with period descriptions of the fair’s buildings and attractions
Condition notes (please read):
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Well-worn maroon pebbled wraps; spine shows heavy wear/loss (see photos)
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Typical age toning/soiling; staple binding present with visible age/rust
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No fold-out map is referenced/indicated in the pages shown and none is present in this copy
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A solid, displayable survivor with obvious wear from real-world use
Please view all photos closely for condition and completeness, as they are part of the description.
