Minneapolis-St. Paul Then and Now by Hanje Richards

The item is a softcover or paperback book with the title "Minneapolis-St. Paul Then and Now" prominently displayed on the cover. The author's name, "Hanje Richards," is visible vertically along the left edge of the cover. The cover design features a historical, sepia-toned or monochromatic photograph of a cityscape, likely depicting Minneapolis or St. Paul during an earlier era. The image shows numerous multi-story buildings, suggesting a bustling urban environment. The color palette of the cover is muted, dominated by beige, brown, and off-white tones, consistent with archival photography. The book appears to be of standard large paperback size, potentially a coffee table book due to its 'Then and Now' theme, suggesting it might contain comparative historical and modern photographs. Visible condition issues include some wear along the edges and corners of the cover, particularly the bottom right corner, indicating it is a used item. There might be some slight creasing or softening of the cover from handling. The overall condition suggests that it has been read and perhaps stored for some time. The spine is not fully visible, but the binding appears intact. This book would fall under local history, urban studies, or photography genres, focusing on the architectural and developmental changes of the Twin Cities.