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eads travelers into the most authentic experience of the history-rich "underdog" city, working closely with a team of trusted locals. This book, like the city itself, is rich in public art, epic sports mishaps, Italian "red gravy" joints, hip-hop history and Ben Franklin sightings. Contributors include novelist Sara Novic, renowned social worker Feminista Jones, DJ and music writer John Morrison, Philadelphia Jazz Project director Homer Jackson, visual artist Karyn Olivier, photographer and urban farmer Neal Santos and poet Ursula Rucker. Get to know the real Philly--cheesesteak and Eagles tailgates are just the beginning.