Author Description

As delightfully diverse as the title promises, these twenty-four historical and literary pieces are illustrated with beautiful ink drawings and photographs. Some give the detailed history of building or statues, including biographies of the architect, artist or donor. Others are interviews with persons who have curious occupations. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. Illustrated. Index. 208 pages. Other books by Eugene Snyder: "Amanda's Friends: Prints and Drawings by Amanda Snyder American Artist 1894 - 1980" "Aurora, Their Last Utopia: Oregon's Christian Commune, 1856-1883" "Early Portland: Stumptown Triumphant" "Mexican Notebook" "Portland Names and Neighborhoods: Their Historic Origins" "Skidmore's Portland: His Fountain and Its Sculptor" "The Adventure of the Missing Brother:" "We Claimed This Land: Portland's Pioneer Settlers"