"Shepp's World's Fair Photographed" and additional souvenir photo publication
"Shepp's World's Fair Photographed" and additional souvenir photo publication
Updated November 16: This book as been sold.
The full title: Shepp's World's Fair Photographed. Being a collection of original copyrighted photographs authorized and permitted by the management of the World's Columbian exposition . . . All described in crisp and beautiful language
Filled with hundreds of high-quality photographs accompanied by detailed descriptions. It offers readers an immersive experience of the World's Fair, showcasing the various pavilions, cultural exhibits, and technological innovations that were on display.
Original copyrighted photographs from the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition held in Chicago. Authored by James W. Shepp and Daniel B. Shepp, this book provides a visual and descriptive account of the fair's grandeur, capturing the architectural marvels, exhibits, and vibrant atmosphere of one of history's most significant expositions.
Published by Globe Bible Publishing Co. in 1863. 554 pp
As you can see, the pages are in excellent condition. The cover and binding are in fair and have separate as happened with nearly all large, heavy books like this.
The small red book is a souvenir publication that has 12 pages of images. The binding has come loose. All of the interior pages are clear and unmarked.
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