Attorneys of Detroit

Forgotten Detroit (Images of America)

Description

Detroiters know their history well. Founded in 1701 by Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac, the city subsisted on a variety of industries: fur trading, stove building, and, of course, the automobile. Names such as Henry Ford and Charles Lindbergh resonate in DetroitersÂ’ common memory. DetroitÂ’s meteoric rise during the 20th century established the city as an influential leader in commerce, culture, and religion. This growth spawned the development of numerous businesses, organizations, and institutions, many now forgotten. Albert Kahn left his indelible mark. Mary Chase Stratton created a new art form. And Henry Ford II changed the course of his family legacy. Forgotten Detroit delves into the wellspring of history to retell some of these lesser-known stories within DetroitÂ’s rich heritage.

Reviews

Rating: 5 / 5
Date: 2010-07-04
Summary: "Great Gift"

We purchased this for a Father's Day Gift for our son who works in Detroit area. We had seen it ON SALE in local book store for about $7 more than the Amazon price.

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Rating: 5 / 5
Date: 2010-02-10
Summary: "Forgotten Detroit"

I bought this book as a Christmas gift for my father who grew up in Detroit. He is very pleased about having it and the photos and narrative brought back many good memories for him. "A must have book" for those who remember Detroit in it's glory days.

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Rating: 5 / 5
Date: 2009-08-18
Summary: "Forgotten Detroit"

I grew up in the Detroit area and moved away several years ago. So when this book came out, I had to get Forgotten Detroit. For anyone who lived in the area, grew up here or those with fond memories, this book is a must read. Told me things about Detroit I didn't know like the same landscape architect who designed Central Park, in New York, also designed Bell Isle. Here's another one, Detroit used to be called "Paris of the mid-west" in the 1920s.

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Rating: 5 / 5
Date: 2009-07-27
Summary: "Life in Detroit"

I've lived in Metro Detroit my entire life so I assumed I knew nearly everything about Detroit history. Boy, was I wrong! This book contained so many interesting facts that I wasn't even aware of. And, the old photographs show some great times in Detroit's history as well as some of our low-points. I thought it was a great book for everyone that's connected to Detroit. The book reminded me that Detroit has a lot to be proud of and I hope we're on our way to making some more great history in the future. Thanks, Paul, for putting together an excellent book! I've already recommended it to several friends.