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Hour Chicago: Twenty-five 60-minute Self-guided Tours of Chicago's Great Architecture and Art
Author(s): Ann Slavick (Author)
- Publisher: Ivan R. Dee (UK)
- Publication Date: 28 April 2008
- Edition: Illustrated
- Language: English
- Print length: 280 pages
- ISBN-10: 1566637430
- ISBN-13: 9781566637435
Book Description
Chicagos marvelous architecture and the great paintings and sculpture of its famous museums are the stars and focus of this unique new tour guide. In a compact, easy-to-carry, and easy-to-follow format, the book contains twenty-five self-guided tours to the citys world-renowned masterpieces. Each brief tour can be accomplished in roughly an hour. Ms. Slavick arms readers with concise information about the sights they will see, and the book offers photographs and simple maps that make touring a breeze. For the time-challenged, Hour Chicago allows for convenient scheduling—an hour here, an hour there, without having to commit to day-long tours or programs. The travel guide also provides a comprehensive overview, with authoritative background information, on all of the citys memorable architectural and art treasures.
Editorial Reviews
Review
Presented in a compact and portable form, Hour Chicago is the perfect guide to carry along for any trip through the city.
A jewel among guidebooks for lovers of architecture and art.…Highly recommended.
About the Author
Ann Slavick, an art educator, is also a painter and sculptor. She has led tours of Chicago art and architecture for students as well as professional organizations. She lives in Chicago.
