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A Guide to the History of Illinois

Author : John Hoffmann
Publisher : Greenwood
ISBN 13 : 0313241104
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (132 download)

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Download or read book A Guide to the History of Illinois written by John Hoffmann and published by Greenwood. This book was released on 1991-01-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to the literature and sources of Illinois history. It includes descriptions of both primary and secondary sources. The first part of the book consists of bibliographical essays that focus on particular periods and topics in Illinois history. The second part includes 12 reports on the principal archival and manuscript repositories for documentation in the field of Illinois history. A final chapter surveys Illinois-related collections in the Library of Congress and the National Archives. Reference & Research Book News John Hoffmann's volume is the first comprehensive guide to the literature and sources of Illinois history. It includes full and careful descriptions of both primary and secondary sources. The first part of the book consists of bibliographical essays that focus on particular periods and topics in Illinois history. Eight chapters are devoted to specific areas, from 1673 to the present, while six chapters are thematic in nature, covering, for instance, the religious and educational history of the state, the voluminous literature on Chicago, and the subject of Abraham Lincoln in Illinois. These essays are preceded by introductory remarks on historical surveys, reference books, and periodicals in the field, studies of such topics as the medical and legal history of the state, and publications relating to maps and newspapers of Illinois. This long overdue guide will bring together the vast accumulation of primary and secondary materials that defines Illinois history. The nature and scope of this guide is unmatched by any previous work. The second part includes twelve reports on the principal archival and manuscript repositories for documentation in the field of Illinois history. This section provides detailed information on specific collections within the context of related sources on particular periods and topics. A final chapter surveys Illinois-related collections in the Library of Congress and the National Archives. As part of the series Reference Guides to State History and Research, this book provides a valuable resource for researchers, students, genealogists, and the interested public, and is an appropriate selection for reference collections in American, regional, or Illinois history.

The WPA Guide to Illinois

Author : Federal Writers' Project
Publisher : Trinity University Press
ISBN 13 : 1595342117
Total Pages : 300 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (953 download)

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Download or read book The WPA Guide to Illinois written by Federal Writers' Project and published by Trinity University Press. This book was released on 2013-10-31 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During the 1930s in the United States, the Works Progress Administration developed the Federal Writers’ Project to support writers and artists while making a national effort to document the country’s shared history and culture. The American Guide series consists of individual guides to each of the states. Little-known authors—many of whom would later become celebrated literary figures—were commissioned to write these important books. John Steinbeck, Saul Bellow, Zora Neale Hurston, and Ralph Ellison are among the more than 6,000 writers, editors, historians, and researchers who documented this celebration of local histories. Photographs, drawings, driving tours, detailed descriptions of towns, and rich cultural details exhibit each state’s unique flavor. The Prarie State, nestled in the heart of the Midwest among the Great Lakes and Mississippi River, is finely represented in the WPA Guide to Illinois. The section on Chicago could stand alone as a guidebook in itself, spanning over 100 pages and incorporating the history and tourist attractions of the city. An essay about Abraham Lincoln by then governor Henry Horner, 26 total tours of the state, and a list of 50 books about the state of Illinois are also included in this extensive guide.

Exploring Nature in Illinois

Author : Michael Jeffords
Publisher : University of Illinois Press
ISBN 13 : 0252096266
Total Pages : 232 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (52 download)

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Download or read book Exploring Nature in Illinois written by Michael Jeffords and published by University of Illinois Press. This book was released on 2014-05-15 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Loaded with full color photographs and evocative descriptions, Exploring Nature in Illinois provides a panorama of the state's overlooked natural diversity. Naturalists Michael Jeffords and Susan Post explore fifty preserves, forests, restoration areas, and parks, bringing an expert view to wildlife and landscapes and looking beyond the obvious to uncover the unexpected beauty of Illinois's wild places. From the colorful variety of birds at War Bluff Valley Audubon Sanctuary to the exposed bedrock and cliff faces of Apple River Canyon, Exploring Nature in Illinois will inspire readers to explore wonders hidden from urban sprawl and cultivated farmland. Maps and descriptions help travelers access even hard-to-find sites while a wealth of detail and photography offers nature-lovers insights into the flora, fauna, and other aspects of vibrant settings and ecosystems. The authors also include diary entries describing their own impressions of and engagement with the sites. A unique and much-needed reference, Exploring Nature in Illinois will entertain and enlighten hikers, cyclers, students and scouts, morning walkers, weekend drivers, and anyone else seeking to get back to nature in the Prairie State.

Roadside History of Illinois

Author : Stan Banash
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780878425990
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (259 download)

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Download or read book Roadside History of Illinois written by Stan Banash and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stan Banash has diligently recorded Illinois' rich history.... A unique guide to Illinois and its history as America's crossroads and the home of Abraham Lincoln. There is a vital need for a new "biography" of the Land of Lincoln. Stan Banash of Chicago has masterfully supplied that need through years of research. ... Mr. Banash writes with a keen sense of style and verve, making for an enjoyable and informative read. This large volume is a most welcomed addition to history bookshelves, far and wide. Did you know that Chicago was named for a wild onion? Or that the only president born in Illinois was Ronald Reagan? Or that the Ferris Wheel, processed cheese, the game of softball, the fly swatter, and the automatic dishwasher were all invented by Illinoisans? You'll find these stories and hundreds more in Roadside History of Illinois, an entertaining and revealing tour of the Prairie State's historical places. Book jacket.

Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Illinois

Author : Christopher A. Phillips
Publisher : University of Illinois Press
ISBN 13 : 0252053257
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (52 download)

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Download or read book Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Illinois written by Christopher A. Phillips and published by University of Illinois Press. This book was released on 2022-06-28 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second edition of the Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Illinois offers up-to-date information on the state’s 102 species of frogs and toads, salamanders, turtles, lizards, and snakes. Detailed descriptions by the authors include habitats, distinguishing features, behaviors, and other facts, while revised range maps and full-color photographs help users recognize animals in the field. In addition, an identification key and easy-to-navigate page layouts guide readers through extensive background material on each species' population, diet, predators, reproduction, and conservation status. A one-of-a-kind resource, the Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Illinois is a definitive guide aimed at biologists, teachers, students, wildlife specialists, natural resource managers, conservationists, law enforcement officials, landowners, hobbyists, and everyone else eager to explore herpetology and nature in the Prairie State.

The Illinois Chronicles

Author : Mark Skipworth
Publisher : What on Earth Books
ISBN 13 : 9780995577015
Total Pages : 42 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (77 download)

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Download or read book The Illinois Chronicles written by Mark Skipworth and published by What on Earth Books. This book was released on 2018-02-14 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A young person's guide to the story of the State of Illinois from its birth to the present day.

Illinois

Author : Harry Hansen
Publisher : Hastings House Book Publishers
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 872 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Illinois written by Harry Hansen and published by Hastings House Book Publishers. This book was released on 1974 with total page 872 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Illinois

Author : Olive S. Foster
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780807713808
Total Pages : 28 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (138 download)

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Download or read book Illinois written by Olive S. Foster and published by . This book was released on 1968 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Illinois; a Descriptive and Historical Guide

Author : Writers' Program of the Work Projects
Publisher : Legare Street Press
ISBN 13 : 9781022887619
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (876 download)

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Download or read book Illinois; a Descriptive and Historical Guide written by Writers' Program of the Work Projects and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-22 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive guidebook offers readers a wealth of information about the history, culture, and landscape of the state of Illinois. Featuring detailed descriptions of cities, towns, and landmarks, as well as a trove of historical and cultural background information, this volume is an ideal introduction to the Land of Lincoln. 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.

Cemeteries of Illinois

Author : Hal Hassen
Publisher : University of Illinois Press
ISBN 13 : 0252099664
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (52 download)

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Download or read book Cemeteries of Illinois written by Hal Hassen and published by University of Illinois Press. This book was released on 2017-05-22 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Illinois is home to cemeteries and burial grounds dating back to the Native American era. Whether sprawling over thousands of acres or dotting remote woodlands, these treasure troves of local and state history reflect two centuries of social, economic, and technological change. This easy-to-use guidebook invites amateur genealogists, historians, and cemetery buffs to decipher the symbols and uncover the fascinating past awaiting them in Illinois 's resting places. Hal Hassen and Dawn Cobb have combined almost three hundred photographs with expert detail to showcase how cemeteries and burial grounds can teach us about archaeology, folklore, art, geology, and social behavior. Features include the ways different materials used as gravestones and markers reflect historical trends; how to understanding the changes in the use of iconographic images; the story behind architectural features like fencing, roads, and gates; what enthusiasts can do to preserve local cemeteries for future generations. Captivating and informed, Cemeteries of Illinois is the only guide you need to unlock the mysteries of our state 's final resting places.

Paddling Illinois

Author : Mike Svob
Publisher : Big Earth Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780915024773
Total Pages : 164 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (247 download)

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Download or read book Paddling Illinois written by Mike Svob and published by Big Earth Publishing. This book was released on 2000 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Grab your paddle and enjoy Illinois' beautiful rivers. This comprehensive guidebook--the only one for Illinois--features 64 trips on 33 rivers. Rivers covered include Cashe, Des Plains, Embarras, Fox, Galena, Mackinaw, Middle Fork, and Spoon. This is the ultimate guide for canoe or kayak enthusiasts of all abilities.

Guide to Sources, Northern Illinois History

Author : Glen A. Gildemeister
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 196 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (775 download)

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Download or read book Guide to Sources, Northern Illinois History written by Glen A. Gildemeister and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Illinois State Museum of Natural History

Author : Alja Robinson Crook
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 62 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (616 download)

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Download or read book Illinois State Museum of Natural History written by Alja Robinson Crook and published by . This book was released on 1914 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Pere Marquette State Park, Jersey County, Illinois

Author : Richard C. Keating
Publisher : Missouri Botanical Garden Press
ISBN 13 : 9781935641131
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (411 download)

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Download or read book Pere Marquette State Park, Jersey County, Illinois written by Richard C. Keating and published by Missouri Botanical Garden Press. This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pere Marquette State Park in Jersey County, Illinois is Illinois' largest, natural landscape state park. This field guide to the park, the first comprehensive and illustrated guide to any Illinois state park, introduces readers to the fascinating history and rich ecology of the park. On its west side, the eight-thousand-acre landscape is bounded by the Illinois River near its confluence with the Mississippi, and it is situated on one of the state's few unglaciated regions, while the rugged topography exposes ancient geology and supports a diversity of forests and prairies.--

Place Names of Illinois

Author : Edward Callary
Publisher : University of Illinois Press
ISBN 13 : 0252090705
Total Pages : 458 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (52 download)

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Download or read book Place Names of Illinois written by Edward Callary and published by University of Illinois Press. This book was released on 2010-10-01 with total page 458 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This extensive guide shows how the history and culture of Illinois are embedded in the names of its towns, cities, and other geographical features. Edward Callary unearths the origins of names of nearly three thousand Illinois communities and the circumstances surrounding their naming and renaming. Organized alphabetically, the entries are concise, engaging, and full of fascinating detail revealing the rich ethnic history of the state, the impact of industrialization and the coming of the railroads, and insight into local politics and personalities. Many entries also provide information on local pronunciation, the name’s etymology, and the community’s location, all set in historical and cultural context. A general introduction locates Illinois place names in the context of general patterns of place naming in the United States. An extremely useful reference for scholars of American history, geography, language, and culture, Place Names of Illinois also offers intriguing browsing material for the inquisitive reader and the curious traveler.

Field Guide to Crayfishes of the Midwest

Author : Christopher A. Taylor
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 168 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (31 download)

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Download or read book Field Guide to Crayfishes of the Midwest written by Christopher A. Taylor and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Guide to the Oral History Collection of the University of Illinois at Springfield

Author : University of Illinois at Springfield. University Archives
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 199 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (358 download)

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Download or read book Guide to the Oral History Collection of the University of Illinois at Springfield written by University of Illinois at Springfield. University Archives and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: