Publisher's Synopsis
Routledge's Guide to the Crystal Palace and Park at Sydenham (1854) is a book written by Edward MacDermott that provides a detailed description of the Crystal Palace and its surrounding park in Sydenham, London. The book was published in 1854, just two years after the Crystal Palace was first opened to the public. The Crystal Palace was a massive cast-iron and glass structure that was originally built in Hyde Park to house the Great Exhibition of 1851. After the exhibition ended, the palace was dismantled and rebuilt in Sydenham, where it became a popular tourist attraction. The park surrounding the palace was also a popular destination, with its landscaped gardens, fountains, and statues.MacDermott's guidebook provides readers with a comprehensive tour of the Crystal Palace and its exhibits. He describes the various galleries and displays, including the Fine Arts Court, the Industrial Court, and the Machinery Court. He also provides information about the history of the palace and the various events that took place there, such as concerts, exhibitions, and sporting events.In addition to the palace itself, MacDermott also describes the park surrounding it. He provides information about the different areas of the park, such as the Italian Garden, the Maze, and the Fountains. He also describes the various statues and monuments that can be found throughout the park.Overall, Routledge's Guide to the Crystal Palace and Park at Sydenham (1854) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Crystal Palace and its surrounding park. It provides a detailed and informative tour of the palace and its exhibits, as well as the park's many attractions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
