LBB Presents: John K. Brown - Spanning the Gilded Age

Left Bank Books presents John K. Brown to discuss his new book "Spanning the Gilded Age: James Eads and the Great Steel Bridge." Join us at Schlafly Public Library on Thursday, May 23, at 6pm as we celebrate the fascinating history of the St. Louis Bridge, the first steel structure in the world, completed in 1874. This history details the origins, design, construction, and enduring impact of a unique feat of engineering, and it illustrates how Americans built their urban infrastructure during the nineteenth century. Brown will personalize and sign copies after the presentation!