South Pasadena: A Centennial History 1888-1988. Second Edition with Chronology: 1988-2008 [*SIGNED*]

South Pasadena CA: Friends of the South Pasadena Library, Inc.. Fine in Near Fine dj. (c.2008). Second Edition. Hardcover. [nice copy, essentially as new, with just a touch of fading to the dust jacket along the flap-folds]. (B&W photographs, facsimiles) "This book tells the story of South Pasadena from mission trails to freeways, from the first adobe to the new civic center. It also traces the history of the city's public schools, the library, and the churches; and it describes the many cultural heritage landmarks. Each chapter is followed by a chronology of important events. The second edition retains the original [1987] Ward Ritchie design, as well as all the original text and illustrations. It also includes a chronology of local events from 1998 to 2008, an updated list of mayors and landmarks, and some new photos." ****NOTE that additional postage charges will be assessed for international shipping of this heavy volume; if this concerns you, please contact us for a shipping quote before placing your order.**** .