Description: Rittenhouse Square: Past and Present is a historical book written by Charles Joseph Cohen in 1922. The book is a comprehensive account of the past and present of Rittenhouse Square, a public park located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The author provides a detailed description of the park's history, architecture, and cultural significance, including its role in the development of Philadelphia's urban landscape. Through a series of vivid descriptions and photographs, Cohen takes readers on a journey through the park's evolution from a rural area to a bustling urban center. The book also explores the various social and cultural events that have taken place in the park over the years, including concerts, protests, and political rallies. Overall, Rittenhouse Square: Past and Present is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of Philadelphia or urban parks in general.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.