This beautifully illustrated book is a stunning reminder of the grandeur and glory of the World's Fair of 1904, held in St. Louis, Missouri. With its dazzling array of attractions, from the palatial pavilions of foreign nations to the thrilling rides of the midway, the Louisiana Purchase Exposition was an unforgettable event that captivated the imagination of millions. Through historic photographs and informative text, this volume brings this extraordinary event to life once again. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.