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Atlanta Then and Now (Compact) Michael Rose

Atlanta Then & Now By Michael Rose

Atlanta Then and Now (Compact) by Michael Rose


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Summary

The South's leading city has changed greatly over the past 100 years, and this collection features archival photos and modern-day shots of each location, from Five Points to the State Capitol to Peachtree Street. 140 photos. 70 in color.

Atlanta Then and Now (Compact) Summary

Atlanta Then and Now (Compact) by Michael Rose

Atlanta Then and Now is a captivating chronicle of history and change since the dawn of the camera age. It pairs historic photographs, many over a century old, with specially commissioned views of the same scene as it exists today showing the evolution of Atlanta.

-The capital of the New South, Atlanta blends the old-Southern charm and hospitality of its history with the fast pace and energy of the modern millennial city.
-With comprehensive data about the city's evolution, this new compact edition of Atlanta Then and Now is the perfect take-along size for locals and tourists alike.
-Whether you're a city slicker or a nature lover, this book offers stunning views of everything from sculpted skylines to wooded drives and green spaces.
-Stroll through the water jets of the Fountain of Rings, part of Centennial Olympic Park--21 acres of green space--created for the 1996 Olympic Games.
-Visit the historic Biltmore Hotel and see how it has been renovated into office, retail, and residential space.

About Michael Rose

A native of southern Indiana, author Michael Rose has lived and worked in Atlanta for over twenty years. He is currently Director of Archives and Research Services at the Atlanta History Center's archival facility, the James G. Kenan Research Center. Having worked for years in the museum, gallery, and archival fields, he has written two previous photo books on Atlanta, one about 20th-century photojournalism, Atlanta Scenes, and Atlanta: A Portrait of the Civil War, documenting the wartime experience of the city and its residents.

Additional information

GOR002674342
9781571454744
1571454748
Atlanta Then and Now (Compact) by Michael Rose
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Advantage Publishers Group
2002-06-13
144
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This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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