Author Description

Philadelphia: Past and Present is a historical book written by Herbert Pullinger in 1915. The book provides an in-depth look at the city of Philadelphia from its early beginnings to the present day. Pullinger explores the city's rich history, including its role in the American Revolution, the development of its infrastructure, and the growth of its economy. He also delves into the city's social and cultural history, examining the lives of its citizens and the various ethnic groups that have contributed to its growth and development. The book is filled with photographs, illustrations, and maps that help bring the history of Philadelphia to life. Overall, Philadelphia: Past and Present is a comprehensive and engaging look at one of America's most important cities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.