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The Jewel City

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About This Book

A detailed, illustrated account of the Panama-Pacific International Exposition that explains its planning, overall ground plan, and landscape treatment while tracing the coordination of architecture, sculpture, color, and horticulture. Individual chapters describe major courts, palaces, towers, fountains, and gardens and outline the decorative programs of murals and statuary. Separate sections cover the industrial, fine-arts, foreign, and state exhibits, music and entertainments, illumination, sports, and visitor amenities. Photographs, cross-referenced appendices, and a roster of artists and decorations support a descriptive narrative of how architects, sculptors, and planners collaborated to present a unified symbolic program.

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Ben Macomber

Ben Macomber was an American author known for his work in the early 20th century. His notable book, "The Jewel City," reflects his engagement with themes of urban development and the complexities of modern life. Macomber's writing often captures the spirit of his time, exploring the intersection of nature and burgeoning cityscapes. While not as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, his contributions to literature provide insight into the cultural and social dynamics of his era.

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