The Story Of Old St. Louis (1914)

The Story Of Old St. Louis is a historical book written by Thomas Edwin Spencer and published in 1914. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of St. Louis, Missouri, from its earliest beginnings to the early 20th century. The author covers the city's founding by French explorers, its growth and development as a major trading hub on the Mississippi River, and its role in the American Civil War. The book also delves into the social and cultural aspects of life in St. Louis during the 19th century, including the city's architecture, art, literature, and music. The author provides detailed descriptions of important landmarks, such as the Gateway Arch, the Old Courthouse, and the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis. In addition to providing a historical narrative, the book includes numerous illustrations, maps, and photographs that help bring the city's past to life. The Story Of Old St. Louis is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of St. Louis or the broader history of the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.