El. knyga: Tucson: A History of the Old Pueblo from the 1854 Gadsden Purchase

"This book describes many aspects of the community--its ceremonies and customs, its early bitter battle to secure the University of Arizona, its multitude of problems, its noteworthy accomplishments and its racial divides. The recollections of those who have made Tucson such a memorable place are included, from political leaders to celebrities to ordinary residents"--

Once considered the “Metropolis of Arizona,” Tucson is in many respects a college town with a major military base onto which a retirement community has been grafted. A sprawling city of one million in the Sonoran Desert, Tucson was developed during and especially for the second half of the 20th century, a reality which has left it possibly unprepared for the challenges of the 21st century. Tracing the remarkable history of Tucson since 1854, this book describes many aspects of the community—its ceremonies and customs, its early bitter battle to secure the University of Arizona, its multitude of problems, its noteworthy successes and its racial divides. The recollections of those who have made Tucson such a memorable place are included, from political leaders to celebrities to ordinary residents.

Since its purchase by the United States from Mexico in 1854, Tucson has had a rich history. David Devine, a long time historian and resident of Tucson, describes the city as “a college town with a major military base onto which a retirement community has been grafted.” In this book, Devine explores the history of Tucson paying particular attention to the problems that it faces in the 21st century. Ceremonies, the history of the University of Arizona, and racial tensions are all covered. Devine incorporates many unique voices, including political leaders, celebrities, and residents. Annotation ©2015 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)

Once considered the "Metropolis of Arizona," Tucson is in many respects a college town with a major military base onto which a retirement community has been grafted. A sprawling city of one million in the Sonoran Desert, Tucson was developed during and especially for the second half of the 20th century, a reality which has left it possibly unprepared for the challenges of the 21st century.

Tracing the remarkable history of Tucson since 1854, this book describes many aspects of the community--its ceremonies and customs, its early bitter battle to secure the University of Arizona, its multitude of problems, its noteworthy successes and its racial divides. The recollections of those who have made Tucson such a memorable place are included, from political leaders to celebrities to ordinary residents.