Established in February 1857; Emporias founding fathers named their new business venture Emporia after a flourishing market center in Ancient Carthage. Located in the east-central part of Kansas; Emporia is known as the "Front Porch to the Flint Hills." William Allen White; publisher and editor of the Emporia Gazette; brought national attention to Emporia in the early 1900s. Known for his fiery political essays; White became an advisor to many US presidents; five of whom visited his home; Red Rocks. Emporia is home to Emporia State University; the states first normal school; founded in 1863. Located on the university campus are the National Teachers Hall of Fame and the Memorial to Fallen Educators; honoring those who lost their lives teaching and working in Americas schools. Honoring fallen heroes is a long-standing tradition in Emporia; as it is also the founding city of Veterans Day.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. The best Tokyo photo book on in my opinionBy goblueThis book is excellent. For some reason; it wasnt as easy to find a book of photographs of Tokyo as I expected it to be. I went in May of this year and loved the city so much. I wanted a book of photos to keep on the coffee table. I have brilliant London and New York books and expected to find a similar one for Tokyo.There are a lot of guidebooks but not many photo books.This one does not disappoint. Its large and has tremendous photos. It makes me want to go back!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Read if would like to have a reason to visit Tokyo!By Jan-olof OlssonVery interesting book about Tokyo all the different parts of Tokyo explained! This is very good writing from Donald Richie and fabulous photography by Ben Simmons. The book is worth buying for the exceptional photography only. However one really would like to visit Tokyo after reading Donald Richiersquo;s fantastic text.5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Up-to-date look at super city TokyoBy Aritti EnricoFew other books about Japans capital combine striking; vibrant; interesting and varied images like this one. The text; clearly a love declaration for the city of Tokyo; is also very informative without being too technical.A feast for the eye; a treat for your Japanese travelling ambitions; "Tokyo; megacity" stands out amongst many other pubblications on the subject (also noteworthy is Livio Sacchis "Tokyo").Highly recommended!
