Overview
Discover the history most Chicagoans don't know---the real Chicago Way.
The Windy City is full of forgotten landmarks and unusual stories that rarely get the benefit of a guided tour. Meet the African-American congressman who paved the way for Harold Washington and Barack Obama, the South Side Jewish girl who became the president of a South American country, and the visiting Romanian queen who charmed the city. Learn when Chicagoans were paid to smile, how furniture sprouts on Windy City streets after a blizzard and why Smell-O-Vision seemed like a good idea. From an in-city ski resort to the nation's greatest train robbery, author John R. Schmidt offers a glimpse of the overlooked scenery of Chicago's past.
This book title, Authentic Chicago (The Fairway Flapper, the Lincolnwood Lone Ranger, the Wandering Church and Other Quirky History), ISBN: 9781467154918, by John R. Schmidt, published by Arcadia Publishing (October 16, 2023) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
Unlike Amazon and other retailers who may also offer Authentic Chicago (The Fairway Flapper, the Lincolnwood Lone Ranger, the Wandering Church and Other Quirky History) books on their website, we specialize in large quantities and provide personal service, from trusted, experienced, friendly people in Portland, Oregon. We offer a Price Match Guarantee, and QuickQuote form, to make purchasing quick and easy.
Prefer to work with a human being when you order Authentic Chicago (The Fairway Flapper, the Lincolnwood Lone Ranger, the Wandering Church and Other Quirky History) books in bulk? Our Book Specialists are standing by Monday-Friday 8-5 PST, ready to help!