Philadelphia Reflections

Philadelphia Reflections
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Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages : 165
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ISBN-10 : 9781625841360
ISBN-13 : 1625841361
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Book Synopsis Philadelphia Reflections by : Colleen Lutz Clemens

Download or read book Philadelphia Reflections written by Colleen Lutz Clemens and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2011-09-20 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beyond the iconic landmarks of Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell is the Philadelphia the locals know. The gritty waterfront district, the vital farming suburbs and the immigrant communities of Germantown and Kensington are all part of the hometown face of Philly. From the bustling streets of the downtown of today and yesteryear to the bingo halls of Allentown and the Middletown Grange Fair, this collection takes the reader on a nostalgic journey through the cityscapes and suburbs. Sixteen of Pennsylvanias finest creative nonfiction writers share their stories of taking SEPTA buses, riding the Wanamakers monorail and kayaking the Schuylkill. This collection of vignettes masterfully reveals the unforgettable histories and colorful traditions that make up the City of Neighborhoods.


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