| Author |
Rabe, Johs. E. (Johannes E.), 1838-1924 |
| Illustrator |
Förster, Christian, 1825-1902 |
| Illustrator |
Förster, Hans, 1885-1966 |
| Illustrator |
Lühring, W. |
| Illustrator |
Schildt, Carl, 1851-1920 |
| Title |
Das Speicherbuch
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| Original Publication |
Germany: Quickborn-Verlag,1922.
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| Credits |
the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Das Speicherbuch" by Johs. E. Rabe is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the evolution and significance of storage buildings (speicher) in Hamburg's trading history, shedding light on the lives of the people who operated within them. It aims to preserve memories of a time when these warehouses played a central role in the city's commerce, detailing both architectural styles and the social fabric of those who worked there. The opening of "Das Speicherbuch" introduces the transformation of Hamburg's port area, particularly in light of new trade dynamics that have diminished the need for traditional warehouses. Rabe provides an overview of the original structures designed for storage, delving into their architectural characteristics and their place in the evolving urban landscape. He reflects on personal memories and anecdotes from friends, aiming to capture a vivid picture of life in these warehouses before major changes altered their existence. The text sets the stage for a detailed exploration of how these storied buildings have shaped the city and its economy over centuries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
DD: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Germany
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| Subject |
Hamburg (Germany) -- History
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| Subject |
Hamburg (Germany) -- Commerce -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68259 |
| Release Date |
Jun 7, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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