Maxwell Street

Maxwell Street is a classic book on place from Tim Cresswell, which I have referred to in a number of resources and presentations over the years, particularly during my time as GA President when I produced a whole range of talks for different audiences. It was also mentioned in my GA Presidential lecture. I've blogged about the book previously.

It is an essential book for anyone interested in the theories of place and elements of cultural geography related to the development of theories of place.

🧵 Chicago’s Maxwell Street Market before and after government-funded “urban renewal.”

The Maxwell Street Market was the largest open-air market in the US, covering over nine square blocks in the primarily Black, Latino, and immigrant neighborhood of the Near West Side. pic.twitter.com/FW1B6Zb0gw

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