"The Personality of American Cities" by Edward Hungerford is a journey through the heart of early 20th-century America, spotlighting the unique identities of diverse cities, where the author uses personal experiences to reveal each city's social customs, architectural designs, and cultural spirit. The book begins in Boston, illustrating a society bound by strict social rules and rich traditions, painting a picture of a city where formal behavior is paired with subtle acts of kindness. Hungerford brings to life the city's strange customs and explores its historical relevance, setting the stage for an investigation into the special natures of cities across America.
The Personality of American Cities
By Edward Hungerford
Discover the distinctive qualities of major American cities at the turn of the century, from their quirky social behaviors to their towering architectural marvels, as revealed through the eyes of someone who experienced them firsthand.
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About the AuthorEdward Hungerford was an American journalist and author. His main interest was the railroad, about which he wrote many books and articles. He travelled extensively by rail and was a specialist in organizing railroad exhibitions.
Edward Hungerford was an American journalist and author. His main interest was the railroad, about which he wrote many books and articles. He travelled extensively by rail and was a specialist in organizing railroad exhibitions.
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