Pittsburgh: Forge of the Universe
by Harper, Frank C
- Used
- near fine
- Hardcover
- Condition
- Near Fine/Good
- Seller
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DeLand, Florida, United States
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About This Item
New York: A Reflection Book / Comet Press Books, 1957. First Edition, First Printing. Hardcover with Dust Jacket. Near Fine/Good.
Red cloth with darker red spine titles; 8.25 inches tall; 320 pages with an appendix and index. The bindings are tight and square. Text clean, light even toning. Minimal shelf handling wear. The dust jacket has the price of $4.00 has age toned with a lighter spine with small loss on the tips. . Pittsburgh holds a unique place in American history, embodying principles of economic stability and the golden rule. It has been a focal point for significant social surveys and has been influenced by the enduring spirit of figures like George Washington.
From its origins in 1758 to the present day, Pittsburgh's story reflects a journey of industrial prowess and societal evolution. Today, it stands as a marvel of modern industry, undergoing a renaissance marked by civic renewal and revitalization efforts.
A review of Pittsburgh's matchless two hundred year history; the rise of economic democracy and industrial liberalism and the great civic upsurge, in capitalism's key city. [From the title page]
Red cloth with darker red spine titles; 8.25 inches tall; 320 pages with an appendix and index. The bindings are tight and square. Text clean, light even toning. Minimal shelf handling wear. The dust jacket has the price of $4.00 has age toned with a lighter spine with small loss on the tips. . Pittsburgh holds a unique place in American history, embodying principles of economic stability and the golden rule. It has been a focal point for significant social surveys and has been influenced by the enduring spirit of figures like George Washington.
From its origins in 1758 to the present day, Pittsburgh's story reflects a journey of industrial prowess and societal evolution. Today, it stands as a marvel of modern industry, undergoing a renaissance marked by civic renewal and revitalization efforts.
A review of Pittsburgh's matchless two hundred year history; the rise of economic democracy and industrial liberalism and the great civic upsurge, in capitalism's key city. [From the title page]
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- Bookseller
- Blind Horse Books [ABAA - FABA] (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 18149
- Title
- Pittsburgh: Forge of the Universe
- Author
- Harper, Frank C
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover with Dust Jacket
- Book Condition
- Used - Near Fine
- Jacket Condition
- Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition, First Printing
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- A Reflection Book / Comet Press Books
- Place of Publication
- New York
- Date Published
- 1957
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