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Manhattan Beach Chronicles (American Chronicles)
| Full title: | Manhattan Beach Chronicles (American Chronicles) |
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| ISBN: | 9781609499082 |
| ISBN 10: | 1609499085 |
| Authors: | Dennis, Jan |
| Publisher: | The History Press |
| Num. pages: | 160 |
| Binding: | Paperback |
| Language: | en |
| Published on: | 2012 |
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Synopsis
An isolated ocean-view village on the dunes above South Santa Monica Bay, Manhattan Beach grew with the arrival of railroads. This quaint, upscale jewel of the Los Angeles County coast has been known for its cottage-style living, the Metlox Pottery Company and the iconic pier. These diverse stories mix the city’s controversies, including the still unsolved 1936 murder of Reid Russell, with true tales of pioneering women, controversial politics and the vicissitudes of seaside city development. Join author Jan Dennis, a former Manhattan Beach city mayor, on this illuminating tour through the issues and eras of her beloved city’s history.