Streetlights
“Streetlights” by Virginia Linden Comer, published by Balcony Press in 2000, is a first edition that spans 59 pages. This book explores the often-overlooked elements of urban landscapes, such as stairways, fountains, and streetlights, emphasizing their historical significance and the craftsmanship involved in their creation. Through a blend of photography and narrative, the author invites readers to appreciate these small yet meaningful details that contribute to the character of city life.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of stories that highlight the unique histories behind various urban features. The book includes anecdotes about notable figures and events, such as Laurel and Hardy’s famous piano stunt and the dedication of a fountain to Rudolph Valentino. With a focus on architecture and decoration, “Streetlights” serves as a visual journey that encourages a renewed appreciation for the artistry found in everyday urban settings. This edition is presented in English and is designed to inspire readers to rediscover their cities through a lens of personal exploration and historical context.
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Stairways, fountains, and streetlights are among the many overlooked small things that grace our cityscapes. Seeing and appreciating them is the idea behind the “Urban Details series. Many have significant histories and are associated with important civic leaders, and many are merely the result of some functional requirement, but nearly all are the product of the loving hand labor of talented artisans.Discover where Laurel and Hardy pushed a grand piano up a long stairway. Imagine corseted ladies negotiating hundreds of narrow steps heading to the streetcar in high heels carrying shopping bags. How about a fountain dedicated to Rudolph Valentino commissioned after his death by a group of loving fans? Learn about the “5-Globe Lewellyn” and other historic streetlights still decorating once-elegant boulevards.These three compact books are designed as small photo albums with handwritten captions conveying the sense of personal discovery the author felt while pursuing her research. “Urban Details will inspire readers to rediscover their cities.
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