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Detroit: An American Autopsy
Detroit An American Autopsy
Author: Charlie LeDuff
An explosive exposé of America?s lost prosperity—from Pulitzer Prize­–winning journalist Charlie LeDuff —   — Back in his broken hometown, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Charlie LeDuff searches the ruins of Detroit for clues to his family?s troubled past. Having led us on the way up, Detroit now seems to be leading us on the way down. Once the ...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780143124467
ISBN-10: 0143124463
Publication Date: 1/28/2014
Pages: 304
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4.2 stars, based on 11 ratings
Publisher: Penguin Books
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio CD
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A gallant attempt to dissect the downfall of Detroit is made by Mr. LeDuff. The political greed and corruption slowly destroys a once great American city.

I feel Mr. LeDuff left out quite a bit that led to the demise of Detroit because he focuses mainly on the political corruption of the city. It is also highly autobiographical; as if he was searching for something while he was writing it.
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