Pittsburgh in 50 Maps

Description

Pittsburgh in 50 Maps offers unique new views of a city at a crossroadsculturally, economically, and demographically.

There are countless ways to map a city. Roads, bridges, and waterways help you navigate the twists and turns; topography gives you the lay of the land; population trends show you a regions changing fortunes. But the best maps let you feel what a citys really like. Whether you call it the Steel City, the City of Bridges, City of Champions, Hell with the Lid Off, or even the Paris of Appalachia, Pittsburghs distinctive character is undeniable. Pittsburgh in 50 Maps considers the boundaries of the citys 90 distinct neighborhoods (plus Mister Rogers Neighborhood), the legacy of the steel industry, and how immigration continues to shape the city. Youll also find the areas with the highest concentrations of bike lanes, supermarkets, tree cover, and fiberglass dinosaurs. Each colorful map offers a new perspective on one of Americas most consistently surprising cities and the people who live here.

Sure to be a conversation starter for Pittsburgh locals, transplants, and expats, Pittsburgh in 50 Maps is for anyone keen to understand the city in new and unexpected ways.