Philadelphia: A Photographic Celebration
- ISBN-10
- 1437951007
- ISBN-13
- 9781437951004
- Series
- Philadelphia
- Pages
- 128
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2008-05-01
- Author
- Jason Wilson
Description
From the Liberty Bell & Independence Hall to the Mummers Parade & the Italian Market, Phila. has always been a mixture of colonial charm & diverse ethnic neighborhoods. Here are more than 100 stunning photos of a city that has witnessed most of America¿s political & cultural evolution. Few places can equal Philadelphia¿s national significance as home to the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, & the first capital. Art & culture enthusiasts visit the Museum of Art & the Academy of Music. Architecture buffs are dazzled by the exteriors of City Hall, the Bourse, & the Furness Lib. Includes spectacular images of both famous & obscure sights. ¿The perfect souvenir for the first-time visitor, the seasoned native, or the armchair tourist.¿ Oversize.
