The story of gold is also the story of Johannesburg, and in a fascinating series of photographic juxtapositions, Johannesburg: Then And Now chronicles the city’s expansion from dusty mining camp to economic powerhouse. Rare archival photographs, dating from the 1880s to the 1940s, are contrasted with vivid scenes of the modern city, providing a hitherto untold portrait of the Place of Gold. Where possible, the modern-day photographs have been shot from the same locations as the originals. Detailed captions provide fascinating comparisons between the old and the new, while also illuminating features that have remained the same.
Johannesburg: Then And Now is a superb collection of images and text that will delight both local residents and visitors.
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The story of gold is also the story of Johannesburg, and in a fascinating series of photographic juxtapositions, Johannesburg: Then And Now chronicles the city’s expansion from dusty mining camp to economic powerhouse. Rare archival photographs, dating from the 1880s to the 1940s, are contrasted with vivid scenes of the modern city, providing a hitherto untold portrait of the Place of Gold. Where possible, the modern-day photographs have been shot from the same locations as the originals. Detailed captions provide fascinating comparisons between the old and the new, while also illuminating features that have remained the same.
Johannesburg: Then And Now is a superb collection of images and text that will delight both local residents and visitors.
Imprint | Struik |
Country of origin | South Africa |
Release date | October 2018 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 5 - 10 working days |
Authors | Marc Latilla, Yeshiel Panchia |
Dimensions | 250 x 230 x 50mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Hardcover |
Pages | 160 |
ISBN-13 | 978-1-77584-617-8 |
Barcode | 9781775846178 |
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LSN | 1-77584-617-2 |