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Philadelphia: A Brief History (Pennsylvania History),Used
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Understanding Philadelphias history requires that we understand that nothing is inevitable; history is not made by abstract forces, but by the decisions of real individuals as they conduct their lives. With its insightful analysis and engaging prose, Philadelphia provides an accessible and readable overview of the history of the Quaker City from its founding by William Penn to the deindustrialization and gentrification of the early twentyfirst century. Roger Simon asserts that the history of Philadelphia is a story of the efforts to sustain economic prosperity while fulfilling community needs, and the continued tension between those priorities.Philadelphia devotes considerable attention to the evolving physical development of the city and to the social conditions and class structure of the people. Three dozen maps and illustrations enrich this edition, which has been fully updated and revised to reflect new scholarship on Philadelphias role in the postindustrial present and the diverse communities that incorporated women and minorities into the economic and social fabric of the city.Published in association with the Pennsylvania Historical Association
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- Q: What is the primary focus of 'Philadelphia: A Brief History'? A: The book focuses on the history of Philadelphia, analyzing how individual decisions shaped the city's development from its founding to contemporary issues like deindustrialization and gentrification.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Philadelphia: A Brief History' is Roger D. Simon.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Philadelphia: A Brief History' contain? A: The book contains 156 pages.
- Q: When was 'Philadelphia: A Brief History' published? A: The book was published on July 1, 2017.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers unfamiliar with Philadelphia's history? A: Yes, the book is written in an accessible and engaging style, making it suitable for readers who may be new to Philadelphia's history.
- Q: Does the book include any illustrations or maps? A: Yes, the book includes three dozen maps and illustrations that enrich the narrative.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Philadelphia: A Brief History'? A: The book explores themes of economic prosperity, community needs, social conditions, and the evolving physical development of the city.
- Q: Is this book updated with recent scholarship? A: Yes, the edition has been fully updated and revised to reflect new scholarship on Philadelphia's role in the post-industrial era.
- Q: Who published 'Philadelphia: A Brief History'? A: The book is published in association with the Pennsylvania Historical Association.