![]() ![]() Storied & Scandalous Portland, Oregon is a whirlwind tour of the "sporting" side of Stumptown. Jim Gibbons, Dark Horse Presents, editor ![]() If you read one book on vice in Stumptown, make it this one! He brings figures from yesteryear into context in a way that makes them feel real, all while drawing some enlightening connections between the city's past and present. Joe Streckert's affection for Portland is evident, but it never clouds his commitment to thoughtfulness, consideration, and accuracy when it comes to relaying intriguing and provocative tales from the past. Storied and Scandalous rides the fine line between detailed and entertaining to create an extremely readable and thoroughly informative look at old Portland. Storied & Scandalous Portland, Oregon is the book on vice in the Rose City that I've been waiting for! It's a fascinating topic heretofore covered solely in stodgy academia or exploitative recounts of the history. Jamie Jeffers, The British History Podcast If you want an unflinching look at darker aspects of Portland's history, look no further. This is a fascinating and highly accessible history that draws you in and doesn't let go. ![]() Storied & Scandalous Portland, Oregon is a deep dive into Portland's oft untold history. ![]() Not your father's history book.Don't let Streckert's enthusiastic and breezy tone fool you. JD Chandler, author, Hidden History of Portland Joe Streckert takes good advantage of his years as a Portland tour-guide in this engaging collection of stories from Portland history. ![]()
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