Around the World in 2,000 Pictures : Around the World in 1,000 Pictures and Around the U.S.A. In 1,000 Pictures Now in One Volume [Hardcover] Runyon, A. Milton ; Bergane, Vilma F., Editors

Description

1956 edition. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This remarkable volume, “Around the World in 2,000 Pictures,” is a testament to the boundless curiosity and wanderlust that defined the post-World War II era. Published in 1956, it combined two previously separate volumes, “Around the World in 1,000 Pictures” and “Around the U.S.A. In 1,000 Pictures,” into a single, comprehensive exploration of the world’s diverse cultures and landscapes.

Compiled by the editors A. Milton Runyon and Vilma F. Bergane, this book captures the spirit of a generation eager to embrace global travel and discovery. Through its vivid photographs and engaging narratives, readers are transported to far-flung destinations, from the bustling streets of Paris to the ancient wonders of Egypt, and from the rugged beauty of the American West to the vibrant traditions of Asia.

For collectors and readers alike, this volume holds a special allure. It serves as a time capsule, preserving the world as it was perceived in the mid-20th century, before the advent of mass tourism and globalization. The well-worn condition of this particular copy speaks to its cherished status, a beloved companion on countless armchair journeys and a reminder of a time when the world seemed both vast and accessible.