My Detroit. This item is unavailable.My Detroit

A poignant memoir of identity, family, and a city in decline. Dan Georgakas' My Detroit weaves together his experiences growing up Greek and American in Motor City. He paints a vivid portrait of a vibrant ethnic community navigating the challenges of a changing urban landscape.

From bustling Greektown to the sprawling auto factories, Georgakas captures the essence of mid-20th century Detroit. He explores themes of immigration, cultural assimilation, and the bonds that tie families and communities together. Discover a story of resilience, nostalgia, and the search for belonging in a city grappling with its own identity.

Perfect for readers interested in:

• Greek American history
• Detroit's urban transformation
• Immigrant experiences

Dan Georgakas is co-author of Detroit: I Do Mind Dying, editor of the policy journal of the American Hellenic Institute, and Director of the Greek American Studies Project at Queens College ( City U of New York). Other works include Greek America at Work and co-editorship of The Immigrant Left in the United States. He has spoken about Greek America and Detroit on NBC, the History Channel, the Voice of America, Greek National Television, and other mass media.