Although much has been written about elite Philadelphians; only in recent decades have historians paid attention to the Jews and working-class blacks; the immigrant Irish; Italians; and Poles who settled in the city and gave such sections as Moyamensing; Southwark; South Philadelphia; and Kensington their vitality. In this classic of social and ethnic history; the authors draw on census schedules; court records; city directories; and tax records as well as newspaper files and other sources to give a picture of the ways in which these less-privileged groups of Philadelphians lived. What emerges is a picture of Philadelphia radically different from the conventional portrait of a staid old city.
#827102 in Books 2007-01-03Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 12.00 x .75 x 9.00l; 2.77 #File Name: 0811733238192 pages
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Great IllustrationsBy Jas. HookI enjoyed this book for Mr. Troiani's illustrated artwork. It gives renderings of the diversity of uniforms and equipment used by the American and British forces during the AWI. Also included in this book are photographs of actual pieces (arms; clothing; equipment) that are in the author's and others private collections. I've long been a fan of Mr. Troiani's artwork; his action art give you feel that you are on the field.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Amazing paintings. Very informative.By JimReally interesting book. Love the mix of photography of artifacts; and Don's amazing paintings. Very informative and interesting. Well done!2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Dazzling resourceBy jacBeautifully illustrated; not just with the extraordinarily skillful Troiani's paintings; but also with photos of extant antiques from the time period. A wonderful reference guide for the historical artist; the military history buff; and the living historian/historical reenactor.
