Boom Town
The Fantastical Saga of Oklahoma City, Its Chaotic Founding... Its Purloined Basketball Team, and the Dream of Becoming a World-class Metropolis
by:
Sam Anderson
in:
U.S. History
Summary:
The book chronicles the dynamic history of Oklahoma City, from its wild founding during the Land Run of 1889 to its ambitious efforts to reinvent itself in the modern era. It weaves together the city's cultural, political, and sporting narratives, including the controversial relocation of the Seattle SuperSonics to become the Oklahoma City Thunder, to illustrate its pursuit of major-league status.
Key points:
1. Oklahoma City's Chaotic Birth: The book explores the disorderly founding of Oklahoma City during the 1889 Land Run, setting a precedent for the city's ongoing identity struggle.
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