City Institute Book Recommendations & Book Mentions
This list consists of recommendations or mentions of books spotted in media, social media accounts, podcasts or other public websites.
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Detroit '67
Dominique Morisseau
[THREAD] "Detroit history comes alive at the @TheWrightMuseum, where playwright Dominique Morisseau’s “Detroit ‘67” weaves a tense, sweaty, thoughtful tale from the storied rebellion that tore through the city’s conscience in July 1967."
Paperback, 2013
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If These Walls Could Talk: Detroit Red Wings
Ken Daniels
With Detroit’s long and interesting history, many have wondered, "if these walls could talk, what stories would they tell?" Well, wonder no more as lifelong Detroiters, Mike Daniels & Glen Hendricks share their personal stories and memories about Detroit over the last 70 years! https://t.co/wx2v36kf4W
Paperback, 2017
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If These Walls Could Talk: Boston Celtics: Stories from the Boston Celtics Sideline, Locker Room, and Press Box
Cedric Maxwell
With Detroit’s long and interesting history, many have wondered, "if these walls could talk, what stories would they tell?" Well, wonder no more as lifelong Detroiters, Mike Daniels & Glen Hendricks share their personal stories and memories about Detroit over the last 70 years! https://t.co/wx2v36kf4W
Paperback, 2021
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If These Walls Could Talk: New York Mets: Stories from the New York Mets Dugout, Locker Room, and Press Box
Mike Puma
With Detroit’s long and interesting history, many have wondered, "if these walls could talk, what stories would they tell?" Well, wonder no more as lifelong Detroiters, Mike Daniels & Glen Hendricks share their personal stories and memories about Detroit over the last 70 years! https://t.co/wx2v36kf4W
Paperback, 2021
$19.95$9.98 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Budapest: City Guide
Adrian Phillips
Serena Maria Daniels put together a thoughtful City Guide for @Hour_Detroit, exploring Mexican culture in Southwest Detroit. It's the perfect read to accompany your morning coffee ☕ and our Heart of the Art walking tour!
Paperback, 2012
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