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Gary, Indiana: A Centennial Celebration

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Kendall F. Svengalis has put together a superb publication concerning the history of Gary, Indiana. From the city's genesis in 1906 through its 1950s heyday. This is one of the best organized regional/local history books that I've ever read; topical areas are well-defined and the visuals are clearly printed and fully described. Anyone who remembers Gary "as it was" will love this book. It's a bit pricey, but it's printed on high quality paper stock and hardbound. This will very likely be a very highly valued book when it goes out-of-print. It would be interesting to see a companion book with contemporary comparative photographs taken from the exact locations of the images shown in Svengalis' book. It would truly show the urban decay that unfortunately took place in the Great City of Gary. One of my favorite books in my personal library.

Recently, I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Svengalis, and purchasing his book on Gary from him. I was delighted by the way the book is organized as the writing and pictures so clearly brings you the history of what was once a city brimming with vitality. Mr. Svengalis has done a comprehensive job of
attempting to capture the spirit and soul of Gary as well as providing a fascinating readable and pictorial view of its past.
I would recommend the book highly to anyone.