San Francisco Then and Now®: Compact Edition

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Book Synopsis: San Francisco Then and Now pairs photographs from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries with specially commissioned views of the same scenes as they look today.

San Francisco is home to some of America’s most diverse architecture and design, including the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, the bustling Fisherman’s Wharf, the original Chinatown, the Sentinel Building, the Transamerica Pyramid, but most of all of the Victorian, clapboard buildings exemplified by the five “Painted Ladies.”

The book allows you to visit Coit Tower and Lombard Street—the “crookedest street in the world”—on Telegraph Hill, hop on one of the famous streetcars and travel through eclectic neighborhoods where Victorian sophistication is juxtaposed with modern elements. Stop by the Mission District, which was once home to the Ohlone Indians and Spanish missionaries, and is now full of artists and hipsters.

San Francisco has seen the dawn of many countercultural movements. In the 1950s and 1960s, it was home to Beat poets and writers such as Allen Ginsberg and Jack Kerouac, as well as Lawrence Ferlinghetti, founder of the landmark City Lights Bookstore. San Francisco has also seen the birth of social trends that influenced the nation: antiwar protests, the sexual revolution, and the fight for women’s rights. Beat, counterculture, and gay and lesbian movements have thrived in such storied neighborhoods as North Beach, Haight-Ashbury, and the Castro.

Sites include: Golden Gate Bridge, Palace of Fine Arts, Alcatraz, Fisherman's Wharf, Lombard Street, Coit Tower, Chinatown, Nob Hill, Ferry Building, Bay Bridge, Lotta's Fountain, Union Square, Candlestick Point, Alamo Square, Castro District, Twin Peaks, Haight-Ashbury, Cliff House, Ocean Beach.

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San Francisco Then and Now®: Compact Edition is a must-have for anyone intrigued by the rich history and captivating transformation of San Francisco. This stunning book combines vintage photographs from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries with modern-day images of the same scenes, offering a unique perspective on the city's evolution.

With its diverse architecture and iconic landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco is a city that truly comes alive on every page. Immerse yourself in the vibrant past as you explore the original Chinatown, the bustling streets of Fisherman's Wharf, and the majestic beauty of Coit Tower and Lombard Street. Witness the striking contrast between Victorian elegance and modern sophistication that defines San Francisco.

But San Francisco is much more than just its breathtaking architecture. It's a city that has played a pivotal role in countercultural movements, from the Beat poets of the 1950s and 1960s to the birthplace of the gay and lesbian rights movement. Dive into the colorful history of neighborhoods like North Beach, Haight-Ashbury, and the Castro, where these social revolutions took root.

Whether you're a history enthusiast, a photography aficionado, or simply a lover of San Francisco, San Francisco Then and Now®: Compact Edition is a visual journey you won't want to miss. Experience the magic of the past and the present in one captivating volume.

Discover the captivating history of San Francisco and witness its extraordinary transformation over time. Order your copy of San Francisco Then and Now®: Compact Edition today and embark on a remarkable journey through the city's iconic landmarks and vibrant neighborhoods.

Click here to order San Francisco Then and Now®: Compact Edition and embark on a remarkable journey through the city's iconic landmarks and vibrant neighborhoods.

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