Pasadena in Vintage Postcards

The postcard has been a popular part of American communication for over a century, documenting both the interest of a place and its history. Captured here in nearly 200 vintage postcards is the unique history of this California town, translated in Chippewa as "Crown of the Valley." The City of Pasadena, just north of Los Angeles, sits against the majesty of the Sierra Madre mountain range. Incorporated in 1885, the city was originally known as a resort city, filled with tourists from all over the world. Showcased here through the use of the author's personal postcard collection are vintage images of Millionaires Row, the Tournament of the Roses Parade, the Mt. Lowe Railway, and the Alpine Tavern.

About the author

Marlin Heckman is the author of five other Postcard History books with Arcadia, including Lordsburg/La Verne, Santa Barbara, and Long Beach.

Product details

• Authors: Marlin Heckman, Marlin L Heckman, Marlin L. Heckman
• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 15.02.2001
• EAN: 9780738508191
• ISBN: 978-0-7385-0819-1
• No. of pages: 128
• Dimensions: 164 mm x 234 mm x 9 mm
• Weight: 308 g
• Series: Postcard History; Postcard History
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History; Non-fiction book > History > Miscellaneous