Practical Common Sense Guide Book: Through the World's Industrial and Cotton Centennial Exposition at New Orleans (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Daniel W. Perkins

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0267512678 ISBN 13: 9780267512676

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Discover a detailed guide to a bustling world’s fair

This book compiles a catalog‑style overview of exhibits, departments, and displays at the World’s Industrial and Cotton Centennial Exposition in New Orleans. It highlights government exhibits, international pavilions, and a wide range of commercial showcases, helping readers understand what visitors could see and learn.

The pages describe the layout and purpose of major areas, from War Department and Navy displays to women’s and educational exhibits. It also includes room-by-room glimpses into specialized halls, such as horticultural and domestic arts sections, with notes on notable objects and demonstrations.

• Overview of main exhibits and their practical aims for visitors
• Descriptions of government departments, foreign displays, and industrial showcases
• Insights into the layout, themes, and notable objects across buildings

Ideal for readers of historical fairs, catalog enthusiasts, and researchers seeking a window into a landmark exposition era.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0267512678
• ISBN 13: 9780267512676
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 108