| Author: | James W. Marcum | ISBN: | 9781614237419 |
| Publisher: | Arcadia Publishing Inc. | Publication: | October 9, 2012 |
| Imprint: | The History Press | Language: | English |
| Author: | James W. Marcum |
| ISBN: | 9781614237419 |
| Publisher: | Arcadia Publishing Inc. |
| Publication: | October 9, 2012 |
| Imprint: | The History Press |
| Language: | English |
Northern New Jersey is one of the most densely populated places in the nation, but it is constantly defined by its relationship to New York City. In this insightful study, longtime North Jersey resident James Marcum asks why, looking well past the false stereotypes to a distinct regional culture and fascinating history. How did North Jersey become what it is today, and even more fundamentally, can we define its boundaries? Is it essentially suburban? What characterizes the region and its people? Join Marcum as he explores these and other issues to come to a better understanding of one of the most intriguing and diverse corners of the Garden State.
Northern New Jersey is one of the most densely populated places in the nation, but it is constantly defined by its relationship to New York City. In this insightful study, longtime North Jersey resident James Marcum asks why, looking well past the false stereotypes to a distinct regional culture and fascinating history. How did North Jersey become what it is today, and even more fundamentally, can we define its boundaries? Is it essentially suburban? What characterizes the region and its people? Join Marcum as he explores these and other issues to come to a better understanding of one of the most intriguing and diverse corners of the Garden State.
