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Trapped on the Wheel: Chicago's Columbian Exposition of 1893, A Novel by John Glavin
- Added on: Jul 27th, 2009
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Author: John Glavin
- Listed in: Books Fiction
- Tags: chicago history novel historical fiction 1893 columbian exposition
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First Review!
Below is our first review, from Dick Davidson's blog ReadWorthy Books:"Trapped on the Wheel by John Glavin is a throwback to earlier times, both in the subject matter and in the graphics that decorate the book with the goal of making you want to give...
Fate of the Ferris Wheel
What was the fate of the Ferris Wheel after the World's Fair closed? Well, sorting the false leads from the facts is fun, so here comes the skinny:The fair closed officially on Oct. 28, 1893, early because of the assassination of Mayor Carter Harriso...
Ferris Wheel
How did Ferris get his idea for the giant wheel for the Chicago Exposition of 1893? Listen to his own words:"It was at one of these dinners, down in a Chicago Chop House, that I hit on the idea. I remember remarking that I would build a wheel, a mons...
Social Snubs
What was the worst social snub of the season during the Columbian Exposition of 1893? My vote would be the following:The greatest formal event was the welcoming of the representative of the Queen of Spain, the sponsoring country of Columbus' voyage: ...
Computer Simulation of Columbian Exposition
Hi Bloggers! (I finally decided on that salutation.)Our graphic designer and artist - Lillian Davenport-Partac - is currently in Milan, Italy. She is discussing a possible commission for a water museum being planned.With travel and expenses paid for,...
Historical Novel Society
We attended the Historical Novel Society's 3rd Annual North American Conference the weekend of June 12th in Schaumburg, Illinois. Last year it was held in London, the year before in Albany, NY. Panel discussions concerned Breaking In and Staying In ...
