Adam Selzer is the author of numerous books on Chicago, history, and folklore, including H. H. Holmes: The True History of the White City Devil.
"Excellent reading for both tourists and armchair travelers
Selzer’s work may also prove useful for genealogical collections."
--Booklist
"Though the book can be used a guide for do-it-yourself walking
tours, it is lively joy to read on your couch. It is a book about,
as Selzer writes, 'people who were famous in their day but haven’t
had anything written about them since their epitaphs were carved.
It’s easy to forget, but good to remember, that the people here
were once alive, and that there was more to their lives than
business transactions and weddings.'" --Rick Kogan, Chicago
Tribune
"Most human beings resting in Graceland’s folds weren’t movers and
shakers. Most were simply present for a time, but nevertheless
interesting through some brief brush with greatness or ignominy.
Selzer gives these fascinating transient creatures a few more
moments in the sun." --Third Coast Review
"In this remarkable compilation of anecdotes, Selzer reminds us
that each of us has a life to live before death. We can prepare for
death and maybe even consider Graceland as our resting place, but
it’s a reminder that we, too, need to live our lives to the fullest
because there will be people who remember us, and there may also be
people who write about us. Graceland cemetery is what unites these
people, and their life accomplishments have shaped our history, no
matter how big or small." --NewCity
"Through his deep research, Selzer has turned up fascinating
stories about the famous and obscure people buried at Graceland.
This handy guide offers a fresh way of looking at the city’s
history: a compelling group portrait of Chicagoans from all walks
of life."--Robert Loerzel, author of Walking Chicago: 35 Tours of
the Windy City's Dynamic Neighborhoods and Famous Lakeshore
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