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Lost Washington, D. C.

Author : John DeFerrari
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1614233209
Total Pages : 163 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (142 download)

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Download or read book Lost Washington, D. C. written by John DeFerrari and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2016-12-05 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author of the popular blog “The Streets of Washington” shares new vignettes and reader favorites exploring the colorful history of America’s capitol. In Lost Washington, D.C., John DeFerrari investigates the bygone institutions and local haunts of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Washington may seem eternal and unchanging with its grand avenues and stately monuments, but longtime locals and earlier generations knew a very different place. Discover the Washington of lavish window displays at Woodies, supper at the grand Raleigh Hotel and a Friday night game at Griffith Stadium. From the raucous age of burlesque at the Gayety Theater and the once bustling Center Market to the mystery of Suter's Tavern and the disappearance of the Key mansion in Georgetown, DeFerrari recalls the lost city of yesteryear.

Washington D.C.

Author : Thomas J. Carrier
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780738500492
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (4 download)

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Download or read book Washington D.C. written by Thomas J. Carrier and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 1999 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When it was passed in 1789, the Constitution set out the boundaries not only for a new government but for a new capital city as well. At the time, the new District of Columbia covered 5,000 acres, dominated by marshland on the south, pastureland on the area that is now the Mall, farms near the White House and Capitol Hill, and undeveloped woods throughout. Covering Capitol Hill, the Mall, the Old Downtown area, the Ellipse, Lafayette Square, and Foggy Bottom, this engaging photographic history and walking tour documents how the Federal City grew from farmland to world capital. Striking images and detailed captions tell the fascinating stories behind many of the famous and the not so famous buildings and monuments that cover the D.C. landscape, from Union Station and the Capitol to the White House and the Watergate Hotel and many important sites in between.

The Unofficial Guide to Washington, D. C.

Author : Eve Zibart
Publisher : Unofficial Guides
ISBN 13 : 9781628090161
Total Pages : 360 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book The Unofficial Guide to Washington, D. C. written by Eve Zibart and published by Unofficial Guides. This book was released on 2014-05-13 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to hotels and attractions in Washington, D.C.

The Great Society Subway

Author : Zachary M. Schrag
Publisher : JHU Press
ISBN 13 : 1421415771
Total Pages : 380 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (214 download)

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Download or read book The Great Society Subway written by Zachary M. Schrag and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2014-08 with total page 380 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As Metro stretches to Tysons Corner and beyond, this paperback edition features a new preface from the author. Drivers in the nation's capital face a host of hazards: high-speed traffic circles, presidential motorcades, jaywalking tourists, and bewildering signs that send unsuspecting motorists from the Lincoln Memorial into suburban Virginia in less than two minutes. And parking? Don't bet on it unless you're in the fast lane of the Capital Beltway during rush hour. Little wonder, then, that so many residents and visitors rely on the Washington Metro, the 106-mile rapid transit system that serves the District of Columbia and its inner suburbs. In the first comprehensive history of the Metro, Zachary M. Schrag tells the story of the Great Society Subway from its earliest rumblings to the present day, from Arlington to College Park, Eisenhower to Marion Barry. Unlike the pre–World War II rail systems of New York, Chicago, and Philadelphia, the Metro was built at a time when most American families already owned cars, and when most American cities had dedicated themselves to freeways, not subways. Why did the nation's capital take a different path? What were the consequences of that decision? Using extensive archival research as well as oral history, Schrag argues that the Metro can be understood only in the political context from which it was born: the Great Society liberalism of the Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon administrations. The Metro emerged from a period when Americans believed in public investments suited to the grandeur and dignity of the world's richest nation. The Metro was built not merely to move commuters, but in the words of Lyndon Johnson, to create "a place where the city of man serves not only the needs of the body and the demands of commerce but the desire for beauty and the hunger for community." Schrag scrutinizes the project from its earliest days, including general planning, routes, station architecture, funding decisions, land-use impacts, and the behavior of Metro riders. The story of the Great Society Subway sheds light on the development of metropolitan Washington, postwar urban policy, and the promises and limits of rail transit in American cities.

Centennial History of the City of Washington, D. C.

Author : Harvey W. Crew
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 878 pages
Book Rating : 4.M/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Centennial History of the City of Washington, D. C. written by Harvey W. Crew and published by . This book was released on 1892 with total page 878 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Geography and Map Division

Author : Library of Congress. Geography and Map Division
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 56 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (319 download)

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Download or read book The Geography and Map Division written by Library of Congress. Geography and Map Division and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

A Brief Description of Washington, D.C.

Author : District of Columbia. Board of Commissioners
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 9 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (987 download)

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Download or read book A Brief Description of Washington, D.C. written by District of Columbia. Board of Commissioners and published by . This book was released on 1961 with total page 9 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Unofficial Guide to Washington, D.C.

Author : Eve Zibart
Publisher : The Unofficial Guides
ISBN 13 : 1628090170
Total Pages : 378 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (28 download)

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Download or read book The Unofficial Guide to Washington, D.C. written by Eve Zibart and published by The Unofficial Guides. This book was released on 2014-03-17 with total page 378 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Compiled and written by a team of experienced researchers whose work has been cited by such diverse sources as USA Today and Operations Research Forum, The Unofficial Guide to Washington, D.C. digs deeper and offers more than any other guide. The Unofficial Guide to Washington, D.C. is the insider's guide to Washington at its best with more than 75 restaurants reviewed and hotels reviewed and ranked for value and quality-plus secrets for getting the lowest rates. With advice that is direct, prescriptive, and detailed, it takes the guesswork out of travel by unambiguously rating and ranking everything from hotels, restaurants, and attractions to rental car companies. With an Unofficial Guide, you know what’s available in every category, from the best to the worst and step-by-step detailed plans allow the reader to make the most of their time in Washington, D.C.

DC PHOTO BOOK: An Insider's View of Washington, DC

Author : Stephen R. Brown
Publisher : Stephen R Brown Publishing
ISBN 13 : 0976615053
Total Pages : 120 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (766 download)

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Download or read book DC PHOTO BOOK: An Insider's View of Washington, DC written by Stephen R. Brown and published by Stephen R Brown Publishing. This book was released on 2010-03 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DC Photo Book: An Insider’s View is a full-color photographic book featuring photographs of DC spanning three decades. The photographs are exclusive never-to-be duplicated images taken by renowned photographer Stephen R. Brown on assignment for national and international magazines. The book has been featured on the White House News Photographers Association Site, WTTG Fox Washington and is supported by an advertising campaign in the local newspapers and a daily news blogs. It is the most complete and up to date survey of the Memorial and neighborhoods in DC and is updated with every printing. This book was first published in 2009 and has to date sold 16,000 copies. You can order your copy using a credit card through our website or through our Amazon Author’s Page. For case quantities or questions, please feel free to email us at [email protected] or call at 202-667-1965.

Top 10 Washington, DC

Author : DK Eyewitness
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1465493514
Total Pages : 248 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (654 download)

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Download or read book Top 10 Washington, DC written by DK Eyewitness and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2019-09-17 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An unbeatable, pocket-sized guide to Washington, DC, packed with insider tips and ideas, color maps, top 10 lists - all designed to help you see the very best of Washington, DC. Admire the frescoes and art collection at the 200-year-old United States Capitol, stroll past the elegant Neo-Classical White House, marvel at the exhibits at the National Air and Space Museum, drop by the graceful Mount Vernon mansion on the banks of the Potomac River, or step into George Washington's Distillery for a look at the most successful business venture of the first president. From Top 10 art galleries to Top 10 things to do for free - discover the best of Washington, DC with this easy-to-use travel guide. Inside Top 10 Washington, DC: - Eight easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week - Top 10 lists showcase the best attractions in Washington, DC, covering the United States Capitol, the White House, the National Zoological Park, Mount Vernon and more - In-depth area guides explore Washington, DC's most interesting neighbourhoods, with the best places for shopping, going out and sightseeing - Color-coded chapters divided by area make it easy to find information quickly and plan your day - Essential travel tips including our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop and sightsee, plus useful transport, visa and health information - Color maps help you navigate with ease - Covers Capitol Hill, The Mall and Federal Triangle, Penn Quarter, The White House and Foggy Barn, Georgetown, and sights beyond the city centre. Staying for longer and looking for a more comprehensive guide to Washington, DC? Try our DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Washington, DC. About DK Eyewitness Travel: DK's Top 10 guides take the work out of planning a short trip, with easy-to-read maps, tips, and tours to inform and enrich your weekend trip or cultural break. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.

Field Guide to the Natural World of Washington D.C.

Author : Howard Youth
Publisher : Johns Hopkins University Press+ORM
ISBN 13 : 1421412322
Total Pages : 376 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (214 download)

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Download or read book Field Guide to the Natural World of Washington D.C. written by Howard Youth and published by Johns Hopkins University Press+ORM. This book was released on 2014-04-22 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the wonders of Washington’s complex ecosystem with this field guide to the district’s parks, gardens, urban forests and more. Every neighborhood of Washington, D.C., is home to abundant wildlife, and its large park network is rich in natural wonders. A hike along the trails of Rock Creek Park, one of the country’s largest and oldest urban forests, quickly reveals white-tailed deer, eastern gray squirrels, and little brown bats. Mayapples, Virginia bluebells, and red mulberry trees are but a few of the treasures found growing at the National Arboretum. A stroll along the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers might reveal stealthy denizens such as bullfrogs, largemouth bass, and common snapping turtles. In Field Guide to the Natural World of Washington, D.C., naturalist Howard Youth takes readers on an urban safari, describing the wild side of the nation’s capital. Detailed drawings by Carnegie artist Mark A. Klingler and photography by Robert E. Mumford, Jr., reveal the stunning color and beauty of the flora and fauna awaiting every D.C. naturalist. Residents and tourists alike will find this guide indispensable, whether seeking a secluded jog or an adventurous outing away from the noise of the city.

The Unofficial Guide to Washington, D.C.

Author : Joe Surkiewicz
Publisher : Wiley
ISBN 13 : 9780764562495
Total Pages : 450 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (624 download)

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Download or read book The Unofficial Guide to Washington, D.C. written by Joe Surkiewicz and published by Wiley. This book was released on 2001-03-01 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This candid, value-conscious guide to D.C. gives you the inside story on where to catch the U.S. government at work, complete information on Washington's cultural and historic sights, and much more. It includes an invaluable rating system to help find the top hotels and restaurants and advice on how to get around quickly and easily.

Records of the Columbia Historical Society, Washington, D.C.

Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 266 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (89 download)

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Download or read book Records of the Columbia Historical Society, Washington, D.C. written by and published by . This book was released on 1897 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Top 10 Washington DC.

Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9783734205200
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (52 download)

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Download or read book Top 10 Washington DC. written by and published by . This book was released on 2015-08 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Washington

Author : Thomas G. Aylesworth
Publisher : Smithmark Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9780831793074
Total Pages : 126 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (93 download)

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Download or read book Washington written by Thomas G. Aylesworth and published by Smithmark Publishers. This book was released on 1986 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A pictoral guide to Washington D.C.

Black Broadway in Washington, DC

Author : Briana A. Thomas
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1467139297
Total Pages : 192 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (671 download)

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Download or read book Black Broadway in Washington, DC written by Briana A. Thomas and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2021 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Before chain coffeeshops and luxury high-rises, before even the beginning of desegregation and the 1968 riots, Washington's Greater U Street was known as Black Broadway. From the early 1900s into the 1950s, African Americans plagued by Jim Crow laws in other parts of town were free to own businesses here and built what was often described as a "city within a city." Local author and journalist Briana A. Thomas narrates U Street's rich and unique history, from the early triumph of emancipation to the days of civil rights pioneer Mary Church Terrell and music giant Duke Ellington, through the recent struggle of gentrifiction" --

Prohibition in Washington, D.C.

Author : Garrett Peck
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1614230897
Total Pages : 166 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (142 download)

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Download or read book Prohibition in Washington, D.C. written by Garrett Peck and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2011-03-25 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Even in the city where the Eighteenth Amendment was passed, the party went on—a history of bootleggers and speakeasies in the nation’s capital. Despite the passage of the Volstead Act, it was estimated that in 1929, bootleggers brought twenty-two thousand gallons of whiskey, moonshine, and other spirits into Washington, DC’s speakeasies—every week. The bathtub gin-swilling capital dwellers made the most of Prohibition. This rollicking history brims with stories of vice—topped off with vintage cocktail recipes and garnished with a walking tour of former speakeasies. Discover an underground city ruled not by organized crime but by amateur bootleggers, where publicly teetotaling congressmen could get a stiff drink behind House office doors and the African American community of U Street was humming with a new sound called jazz. Includes photos!