MacGregor's study of Boise begins with the removal of the Northern Shoshoni and follows the progress of government, infrastructure, business, and social institutions in the area. Along the way, MacGregor (history, Boise State) describes Boise's architecture, arts, culture and changing demographics. She creates in all its details the peculiar history of this unusually prosperous and progressive city. The text includes photographs and maps of the evolving city. Annotation ©2006 Book

1800-1999, Boise (Idaho) Economic conditions, Boise (Idaho) History 19th century, Boise (Idaho) History 20th century, Economic history, Frontier and pioneer life, Frontier and pioneer life Idaho Boise, History, Idaho Boise

The land, native people, and settlers Transportation, irrigation, and city development Business and commerce Government and politics Progressive social institutions Leisure, the arts, and religion Epilogue : the solidification of Boise