Discovered in 1855; Green Lake has been an essential feature within Seattle�s distinctive juxtaposition of landscape architecture and urban expansion; providing recreation and community focus for the last 150 years. Named after the persistent algae bloom that still occurs; the lake is a valuable natural landmark at the center of a neighborhood in transition; and its past is threaded with tenacious organizations and ambitious individuals. From its first homesteader; Erhart �Green Lake John� Saifried; to the vision of the Olmsted brothers; from Guy Phinney�s menagerie to the triumph and tragedy of Helene Madison; from ice-skating to the Aqua Follies; this broad collection of vintage images illustrates a bygone era and provides a unique perspective on community values and ecological struggle.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A Wonderful Treasure of a BookBy J. HelmandollarI love this book. I was born in Princeton. Reading this book and looking at the pictures brought back so many memories of my childhood. It is a book that I can enjoy over and over and share with my children and grandchildren. I was amazed at how many pictures were included. and the writing style was superb. It gave all the facts without boring the reader with too many "who cares" type of detail. Once I picked it up. I just could not put it down. For anyone who ever lived in the Princeton area. or who might be curious to know more about it. this is the book.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Two StarsBy William L. KibbleI just didnt find it very informative.8 of 8 people found the following review helpful. From a Princeton NativeBy Russell B. ShraderI grew up in Princeton and was excited when I saw this book was going to be released. However. I am disappointed in the pictures. It seems to have too much focus on the railroad and random people throughout time who are not familiar to me. I would have thought the book would contain pictures of downtown. I cant even find a picture of Princeton Junior High School when it burned. which I thought surely would have been covered.Bottom line: a good coffee table book. especially if youre a native. but not overly exciting.
