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LoC No.: 09026652
Title: Washington, its sights and insights [1909]
Original Publication: New York and London, Funk & Wagnalls company, 1909.
Note: Reading ease score: 59.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "Washington, its sights and insights" by Harriet Earhart Monroe is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book offers an exploration of Washington D.C., detailing its significant buildings, such as the Capitol and the White House, while also reflecting on the historical context and events associated with the city. Monroe aims to illuminate the importance of these sites and their roles in American history and governance, making it particularly interesting for readers who appreciate history and architecture. The opening of the text introduces Washington D.C. as a vital center of self-governance, serving as a stage where the nation’s destiny unfolds. Monroe begins by emphasizing Washington's unique position as the only city designed to function solely as a capital. She paints a vivid picture of the city’s significance through historical anecdotes and descriptions of key figures involved in its development, such as Major Pierre Charles L'Enfant, who was tasked with designing the city. The narrative sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Washington's buildings, its historical events, and the influential personalities that have shaped the nation from this capital. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Monroe, Harriet Earhart, 1842-1927
EBook No.: 52202
Published: May 31, 2016
Downloads: 43
Language: English
Subject: Washington (D.C.) -- Description and travel
LoCC: United States local history: Atlantic coast. Middle Atlantic States
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 09026652
Title: Washington, its sights and insights [1909]
Original Publication: New York and London, Funk & Wagnalls company, 1909.
Note: Reading ease score: 59.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "Washington, its sights and insights" by Harriet Earhart Monroe is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book offers an exploration of Washington D.C., detailing its significant buildings, such as the Capitol and the White House, while also reflecting on the historical context and events associated with the city. Monroe aims to illuminate the importance of these sites and their roles in American history and governance, making it particularly interesting for readers who appreciate history and architecture. The opening of the text introduces Washington D.C. as a vital center of self-governance, serving as a stage where the nation’s destiny unfolds. Monroe begins by emphasizing Washington's unique position as the only city designed to function solely as a capital. She paints a vivid picture of the city’s significance through historical anecdotes and descriptions of key figures involved in its development, such as Major Pierre Charles L'Enfant, who was tasked with designing the city. The narrative sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Washington's buildings, its historical events, and the influential personalities that have shaped the nation from this capital. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Monroe, Harriet Earhart, 1842-1927
EBook No.: 52202
Published: May 31, 2016
Downloads: 43
Language: English
Subject: Washington (D.C.) -- Description and travel
LoCC: United States local history: Atlantic coast. Middle Atlantic States
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.