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Make the most of the natural beauty and adventurous spirit of the "U.P., " from vast aquamarine waters to charming upland towns, with Moon Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Inside you'll find:Strategic, flexible itineraries, whether you want to see the best of the peninsula in a week or two or spend a long weekend on Mackinac Island Top experiences and things to do: Relax in a cozy lake lodge or a grand Victorian-style hotel, sample local vintages a...

Walking the streets of Detroit today, it's hard to imagine the accumulated stories of its centuries of history. First founded as a military outpost, Detroit played host to French farmers, stove builders, and railroad car manufacturers before becoming the backdrop to the auto industry--arguably the most influential technology in history. Detroit: An Illustrated Timeline invites the curious reader along that chronological path that is Detroit's ...

Lifelong Michigander Paul Vachon shares his love of his home state in this full-color guide to Michigan

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Make the most of the natural beauty and adventurous spirit of the "U.P., " from vast aquamarine waters to charming upland townships, with Moon Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Inside you'll find:* Strategic, flexible itineraries, including a weekend on Mackinac Island, designed for outdoor adventurers, lake lovers, fall foliage seekers, and more* Top experiences and things to do: Relax in a cozy lake lodge or a grand Victorian-style hotel, sample l...

Moon Michigan reveals the best of the Great Lakes State's charming small towns, vibrant cities, and vast, untouched wilderness. Inside you'll find:* Strategic, flexible itineraries for beach-goers, hikers, foodies, road-trippers, and more* Unique experiences and can't-miss sights: Get your fill of vintage vehicles at Detroit's industrial museums, from the GM Showroom to the historic Ford House, or immerse yourself in the sounds of the Motown M...

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While some restaurants come and go with little fanfare, others are dearly missed and never forgotten. In 1962, patrons of the Caucus Club were among the first to hear the voice of an eighteen-year-old Barbra Streisand. Before Stouffer s launched a frozen food empire, it was better known for its restaurants with two popular locations in Detroit. The Machus Red Fox was the last place former Teamsters president Jimmy Hoffa was seen alive. Through...

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Detroit sports a very uneven background. The city dates from 1701, when Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac planted the flag of New France, some 75 years before America became a nation. Almost two-thirds of Detroit's history was spent as little more than a frontier military outpost--home to French farmers and fur traders who shared the quarters with the soldiers. But as the 20th century arrived, the impact of the automobile roused the city from its s...

Chartered 18 years before Michigans admission to the Union, Oakland County developed as a microcosm of the state: diverse, entrepreneurial, and prosperous. The unbridled success of the automotive industry in neighboring Detroit quickly spread north where well-to-do industry leaders located. This vibrant community produced a quality of life rivaled by few other places. This book displays pivotal Then and Now scenes depicting the history of Oakl...

Detroiters know their history well. Founded in 1701 by Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac, the city subsisted on a variety of industries: fur trading, stove building, and, of course, the automobile. Names such as Henry Ford and Charles Lindbergh resonate in Detroiters' common memory. Detroit's meteoric rise during the 20th century established the city as an influential leader in commerce, culture, and religion. This growth spawned the development of...

Detroiters know their history well. Founded in 1701 by Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac, the city subsisted on a variety of industries: fur trading, stove building, and, of course, the automobile. Names such as Henry Ford and Charles Lindbergh resonate in Detroiters' common memory. Detroit's meteoric rise during the 20th century established the city as an influential leader in commerce, culture, and religion. This growth spawned the development of...