Philadelphia Originals is an important book that all Philadelphians need to read. Through a series of historical vignettes and corresponding images, Mr. Glantz has captured the distinctive character of the city's 'civic culture' that has emerged over the past three centuries. As the former Executive Director of the city's history museum- the Atwater Kent Museum - I highly recommend Philadelphia Originals
--John Alviti. Senior Curator - Franklin Institute Science Museum.

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What a warm-hearted and wonderful book this is. Its embrace of all things Philadelphia, past and present, showcases a great and vibrant American City. Joe Glantz has written a remarkable compendium about a remarkable city. The pages are studded with gems of accomplishment in culture and industry that make our city sparkle. To borrow a great Philadelphia phrase, the book offers readers 'acres of diamonds.'
--John Torsella, President and CEO, National Constitution Center.

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Philadelphia Originals is a delightful blend of profiles and history, of culture and business. It will be of interest not only to tourists, but also to people who live or work in Greater Philadelphia. The Unique Approach of organizing the book by profession will make it easy and enjoyable to read.
--Meryl Levitz, President and CEO, Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation.

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Mr. Glantz has undertaken the daunting yet noble task of telling the story of Philadelphia by tying business, art and culture to the people, places and things of Philadelphia's past and present. The premise of Philadelphia Originals is that Philadelphia has a style unto itself that was birthed from two of its founding fathers and well-known citizens, William Penn and Benjamin Franklin. Focusing on the style and traditions of all things 'Philadelphia', Mr. Glantz has pioneered a fresh approach that can be adapted by other historians who wish to tell the story of their city.
--Kim Sajet. President and CEO, Historical Society of Pennsylvania. 

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A veritable crash course in all that's cool about the City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia Originals is the perfect match for anyone who's ever called Philadelphia home. Bucks County's Glantz delivers one of the most satisfying regional tomes we've ever come across--packed with information about the city's food, style, cultural and architectural assets, movers and shakers, history makers, and more. Next time you have a few hours to do nothing, do something worthwhile and read this book.
-- Main Line Today (added by author)