a social history of the very tall building in America
Douglas, George H.
1996
Discusses the origins of skyscrapers in the United States and answers questions about where they came from, how they developed, who built them, and their purpose in society.
Tells the story of the American newspaper in the years between the coming of the penny papers in the 1830s to the growth of radio news services in the 1930s, explaining how newspapers formed a bond with the American people and helped promote a democratic society.
