Written in response to the enthusiasm for one of the most popular tours of the city, this book offers the reader a unique vantage point from which to see Chicago, its visual history, and its architecture. Stunning panoramic color photographs taken from the Chicago River are blended throughout with historical pictures and facts to give an enlightening description of the city's development as seen from the water. Readers will learn about the city's geographic, economic, and population growth over the centuries. Even seasoned Windy City dwellers will discover surprising facts and gain newfound appreciation for a city whose designers hoped would become "Paris on the Prarie." 48 pages; 12X9