Winner of the American Book AwardSan Francisco Chinatown is the first book of its kind—an "insiders guide" to one of Americas most celebrated ethnic enclaves by an author born and raised there. Written by architect and Chinese American studies pioneer Philip P. Choy; the book details the triumphs and tragedies of the Chinese American experience in the U.S. Both a history of Americas oldest and most famous Chinese community and a guide to its significant sites and architecture; San Francisco Chinatown traces the development of the neighborhood from the citys earliest days to its post-quake transformation into an "Oriental" tourist attraction as a pragmatic means of survival. Featuring a building-by-building breakdown of the most significant sites in Chinatown; the guide is lavishly illustrated with historical and contemporary photographs and offers walking tours for tourists and locals alike. "A stunning new guidebook. . . History buffs will be amazed by the wealth of lore; legend and radiant fact." —San Francisco ChronicleA Los Angeles Times summer reading pick"San Francisco Chinatown illuminates the untold history of the enclave. . . to consider the political; historical; and cultural implications of Chinatowns very existence." —San Francisco Bay Guardian "Part history book and part tour guide; San Francisco Chinatown is definitely niche; but wonderfully so. In it; Choy quickly outlines the history of San Francisco as a whole; then jumps into a section by section investigation of the citys famous Chinatown . . . San Francisco Chinatown whets ones appetite to learn more about Chinese-American history." —Evelyn McDonald; City Book ReviewRetired architect and renowned historian of Chinese America Philip P. Choy co-taught the first college level course in Chinese American history at San Francisco State University. Since then he has created and consulted on numerous TV documentaries; exhibits; and publications. He has served on the California State Historic Resource Commission; on the San Francisco Landmark Advisory Board; five times as President of the Chinese Historical Society of America (CHSA); and currently as an emeritus CHSA boardmember. he is a recipient of the prestigious San Francisco State University Presidents Medal.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Read About A Beautiful WomenBy J TravisLovely read... an amazing life... one might say allot of name dropping. but hey. she worked hard and got to meet amazing prople and go to amazing places.... and at a time when life had allot more class. style and mystery then it does now........ amazing Grace. you were blessed... the best to you...1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Great MemoirBy Kindle CustomerGrace Coddington is Anna Wintour s right hand woman. She has managed to garner great press while Her Anna-ness is portrayed as the Editor from Hell. In this memoir it is clear why the two women can and have worked so well together for so many years. They have a symbiosis that has helped elevate the publics interest in all things FASHION. Both have managed to navigate the avenues of female personalities to achieve success. I dont think there could be an Anna without a Grace. Coddington started out as a model and quickly became a darling of the 60s Mod scene. She appears to have controlled her ego and vanity in order to make a successful transition to Creative Director. It is a particular trait of some successful people that you feel you know them (or would like to know them) even though it would never happen. Grace Coddington is one of those people. You applaud her achievements. feel sad for her troubles and end up liking the whole person.A great book for anyone but particularly for women.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Beyond a great storyBy Mark KIt is a substantial history and bibliography of fashion photography as well as an inspiring example of someone who is passionate about their work and creativity. Half way through. I started Google imaging all the names that were mentioned to reference the photographer. designer. editor or hairstylist to see and understand their work and contribution which added greatly to the experience. then immediately started re-reading it from the beginning to continue looking at the rest of the references. Then there are all the charming drawings. selected works. photos and an edited insiders view of the business - making for several days of creative entertainment. humor and wonder.
