Hour Chicago: Twenty-five 60-Minute Self-guided Tours of Chicago's Great Architecture and Art

by Ann Slavick

Overview

Chicago's marvelous architecture and the great paintings and sculpture of its famous museums are the stars and focus of this unique new tour guide. In a compact, easy-to-carry, and easy-to-follow format, the book contains twenty-five self-guided tours to the city's world-renowned masterpieces. Each brief tour can be accomplished in roughly an hour. Ms. Slavick arms readers with concise information about the sights they will see, and the book offers photographs and simple maps that make touring a breeze. For the time-challenged, Hour Chicago allows for convenient scheduling_an hour here, an hour there, without having to commit to day-long tours or programs. The travel guide also provides a comprehensive overview, with authoritative background information, on all of the city's memorable architectural and art treasures.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781615780419
Publisher:	Dee, Ivan R. Publisher
Publication date:	04/28/2008
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	272
File size:	12 MB
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About the Author

Ann Slavick, an art educator, is also a painter and sculptor. She has led tours of Chicago art and architecture for students as well as professional organizations. She lives in Chicago.

Editorial Reviews

Chicago is incontestably one of the greatest walking cities in the world. Even spontaneous tours down the Windy City's Magnificent Mile or strolls through the city's great museums can leave one awestruck, but knowing what you're seeing can enhance your entire experience. Ann Slavick's Hour Chicago cuts to the chase with 25 60-minute self-guided tours that spotlight Chi Town's architectural and artistic treasures. A concise, well-researched timesaver.

A jewel among guidebooks for lovers of architecture and art.…Highly recommended.

Inc. Book News

Presented in a compact and portable form, Hour Chicago is the perfect guide to carry along for any trip through the city.

Midwest Book Review