Global Journeys in Metro Detroit A Multicultural Guide to the Motor City

This 500-page guidebook features 30 nationalities and cultures represented in metro Detroit. It is organized by continent, with each chapter dedicated to a different country. A suggested journey provides guided tours, maps and directions, along with listings of restaurants, specialty shops, performing arts, exhibits, historical buildings, cultural events, etc. Introductions provide historical and geographical information about the country and an overview of the immigration patterns of the people who have settled in the Detroit area. Sidebars on cultural topics highlight cuisine, music, art, holidays, customs and contributions. Graphics and layout make it user-friendly and fun to read.

A great book for anyone who lives in or travels to Detroit and surrounding areas. An excellent classroom resource.

Marcia Danner is an editor and project manager with a broad background in the communications field. As a specialist in marketing and employee communications, she has produced corporate publications and programs for public affairs, community relations, human resources and training departments. She has written on travel and tourism, cultural affairs and other topics for local magazines.

Helen B. Love is Community Relations director for Ford Motor Company. Previously she served as Ford's Urban Programs manager, responsible for the overall planning of external programs related to African American, Hispanic, Asian American and Native American populations. She joined Ford in 1984 as a TV producer/director after 17 years of experience in local, cable and public television programming.

Patricia Banker Peart is a writer, editor, researcher and artist with more than 20 years experience in the publishing industry. Her credits include positions as editor and executive editor of several regional publications, including Detroit Monthly magazine, Metropolitan Woman, and the Michigan PTA Parents Guidebook She was a nationally syndicated columnist for the Detroit Free Press and has written a series of magazine articles on cultural heritage.