The Chicago River

Title: The Chicago River: a natural and unnatural history
By: Libby Hill
Published: 2019

Local author Libby Hill has written THE definitive social and ecological history of the Chicago River beginning with its geological foundations and extending to the present.

Title: The Chicago River : a history in photographs
By: Jonathan Genzen
Published: 2007

Discover the continually-evolving relationship between this city and its river, with astonishing tales and stunning photographs to guide you through the history of the Chicago River from 1600 to the present-day.

Title: The Chicago River : an illustrated history and guide to the river and its waterways by David M Solzman
By: The Chicago River : an illustrated history and guide to the river and its waterways by David M Solzman
Published: 2006

A comprehensive guidebook and history of the river and its waterways, with plenty of anecdotes, river lore, facts, photographs, and literary quotations. The book also contains a list of easy and enjoyable tours for those wishing to experience the river on foot, or by boat, canoe or car.