Author Description

This little volume seeks to present in simple language which anyone may read and enjoy the story of the forces responsible for the existence of modern Chicago. Twenty years ago, in a volume now out of print, I covered the same general subject. My present narrative utilizes to some extent the earlier one. It contains, in addition, the results for two added decades of study and reflection. In this period much new material has come to light, and some former errors have been disclosed. If my story of how Chicago came to be shall bring pleasure as well as instruction to the reader, my object in writing it will have been realized. -Milo M. Quaife