Boston. Fifty Glimpses of Boston.

Rand, McNally, 1898. Bound with string. Similar but not identical to 1895 edition. One photographer identified was Charles Pollack but most photographers not credited. Half tone reproductions, mostly showing exteriors and interiors of notable buildings, on glossy paper. Good with some soiling and rubbing on covers. Summary: Published in 1898 by the prominent map and guidebook publisher Rand, McNally & Co., Fifty Glimpses of Boston is a classic "view book" that captures the city during the twilight of the 19th century. Part of a series of urban souvenir books, it provides a visual record of Boston’s transition into a modern American metropolis. Core Content and Format The book is structured as a curated visual tour, featuring fifty high-quality halftone reproductions of photographs. Architectural Portraits: The "glimpses" focus heavily on Boston's civic pride, featuring then-new landmarks like the Boston Public Library (Copley Square) and the "New" State House with its iconic gild