At the Sign of the Stock Yard Inn

In this captivating work of history, Alvin Howard Sanders explores the ways in which the achievements of the past continue to shape the present. Through a series of entertaining anecdotes and incisive observations, Sanders sheds light on the curious connections between seemingly unrelated events and places, connecting the stock yards of Chicago with the great achievements of the past and illuminating the links between art, history and memory. Combining meticulous research with a light touch, this is a book that will appeal to anyone with an interest in the fascinating stories that lie beneath the surface of our world.
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