Thomas Hughes of England and His Visits to Chicago in 1870 and 1880 (1896)

Thomas Hughes of England and His Visits to Chicago in 1870 and 1880 is a historical book written by Daniel Goodwin and published in 1896. The book provides a detailed account of the visits made by Thomas Hughes, a prominent English lawyer, author, and politician, to the city of Chicago in the years 1870 and 1880. The author describes Hughes' experiences during his trips, including his observations of the city's architecture, culture, and politics. The book also explores Hughes' interactions with notable figures in Chicago, including his meetings with Abraham Lincoln and his attendance at the Chicago Fire Department's annual banquet. Throughout the book, Goodwin provides context for Hughes' visits by discussing the social and political climate of Chicago during the 1870s and 1880s, including the city's rapid growth and development, its struggles with corruption and crime, and its role as a hub of commerce and industry. Overall, Thomas Hughes of England and His Visits to Chicago in 1870 and 1880 offers readers a unique perspective on both the city of Chicago and the life of a prominent English figure during a critical period in American history.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.