Jamaica Plain

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Focusing on the transformation of a Boston neighborhood, this photographic history captures Jamaica Plain's evolution from its roots as the "Eden of America" to its integration into the city in 1874. The book features a rich collection of vintage and contemporary images that juxtapose iconic buildings and streetscapes, highlighting the area's development through the advent of railroads and streetcars. Key locations such as Jamaica Pond and Forest Hills, along with schools and homes, are showcased, providing a visual narrative of the neighborhood's past and present.