{"product_id":"history-snippets-2-north-park-street-names-and-other-stories","title":"History Snippets 2: North Park Street Names and Other Stories","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy Katherine Hon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaperback\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDive deeper into San Diego's local history with Katherine Hon's captivating sequel, \"History Snippets 2: North Park Street Names and Other Stories.\" This engaging book continues the author's exploration of North Park's fascinating past, focusing on the hidden stories behind the neighborhood's street names and urban landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReaders will discover:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dramatic street renaming process of 1900, when a city engineer renamed 250 streets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal street names preserved from the 1870s North Park subdivision maps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfiles of influential figures honored in street names like Gunn and Capps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fascinating story behind North Park's iconic neon sign on University Avenue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHon's meticulous research and storytelling bring to life the lesser-known narratives that have shaped this vibrant San Diego neighborhood. From historical transformations to personal stories of community leaders, this book offers a unique lens into the evolution of urban spaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal history enthusiasts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong-time North Park residents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSan Diego history buffs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnyone who loves uncovering the stories behind familiar street names\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"History Snippets 2\" is a must-read for those curious about the hidden histories woven into San Diego's streets, offering a fresh and intimate perspective on the city's rich cultural landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hon Con Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40816375431203,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/3808\/1827\/files\/HistorySnippets2.jpg?v=1746571285","url":"https:\/\/marstonhousemuseumshop.myshopify.com\/products\/history-snippets-2-north-park-street-names-and-other-stories","provider":"Marston House Museum Shop Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}