Copyright by R. S. Peale Co., 1891.

Cover page features decorative illustrations of bird's-eye views over Chicago, and stylized type.

Photomechanical reproductions of photographs of Chicago (Ill.), with accompanying descriptive text and advertising matter.

Includes images of street views, commercial and public buildings, Art Institute, beach at Jackson Park, conservatory at Garfield Park, the auditorium, Masonic Temple, Douglas Monument, derby day, portraits, and exposition buildings.

Avery Classics copy: includes pocket of inserted materials about the event on cover p. [2].