Chicago's Highways, old and new, From Indian Trail to Motor Road
- 354 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Milo Milton Quaife Books
Milo Milton Quaife was a historian dedicated to the study of Michigan and the Great Lakes region. His scholarly pursuits focused on a detailed examination of the area's past. He held significant positions within prominent historical societies and served as the long-time editor for a notable series of historical texts. Quaife's contribution lies in his meticulous documentation and accessibility of the history of the Great Lakes.
The Bark Covered House; or, Back in the Woods Again;
- 402 pages
- 15 hours of reading
The Conquest of the Illinois
- 214 pages
- 8 hours of reading
The Development of Chicago, 1674-1914, Shown in a Series of Contemporary Original Narratives
- 324 pages
- 12 hours of reading
First published in 1916, The Development of Chicago is a collection of primary sources that offers a vivid and detailed picture of the city's growth and evolution. From the arrival of the first European explorers to the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893, this book offers a unique perspective on one of America's most important cities.
The Indian Captivity of o.m. Spencer
- 216 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Chicago and the Old Northwest 1673-1835
- 490 pages
- 18 hours of reading
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.