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Monessen:: A Typical Steel Country TownOnce a Native American hunting ground, the industrial melting pot of Monessen, in western Pennsylvania, rises over a horseshoe bend in the Monongahela River. Established in 1898, this powerhouse town boomed for close to 60 years, producing vast amounts of steel and other crucial industrial materials. Known for its cultural diversity, Monessen's predominantly immigrant population with the highest naturalization rate in the United States at the turn of
Once a Native American hunting ground, the industrial melting pot of Monessen, in western Pennsylvania, rises over a horseshoe bend in the Monongahela River. Established in 1898, this powerhouse town boomed for close to 60 years, producing vast amounts of steel and other crucial industrial materials. Known for its cultural diversity, Monessen's predominantly immigrant population-with the highest naturalization rate in the United States at the turn of the twentieth century-and the vibrant neighborhoods they established were entirely sustained by the local mills. The battles for decent pay, job protection, benefits, and an 8-hour day kindled fiercely for decades until Monessen and towns like it in the Monongahela Valley gave the average person a dignity denied them for centuries: decent pay for decent work. Families thrived. Children went to college. It was the American dream. Then, neighborhoods began to unravel, foreign imports stole jobs, and finally the mills, the only support of the town, closed.Demonstrating their unyielding spirit, Monessen residents have struggled to fight for the recovery and rebirth of their hometown. In this new history, Monessen: A Typical Steel Country Town, informative narrative highlights the rapid expansion and gradual demise of a society built almost solely on its industrial endeavors and recounts how a disjointed populace has come together to restore their proud community. Over 100 striking photographs depict the dominating presence of the mills, the quiet faces of the people who toiled there, scenes of daily life, and memorable events through the years, as well as the dramatic changes that have marked Monessen's unique history.
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
Published: 08/28/2002
ISBN: 9780738523835
Pages: 160
Weight: 0.87lbs
Size: 9.82h x 6.74w x 0.41d
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★★★★★ 5
Reviers discussing wrong translation
Format: Hardcover
I have read the two earlier reviews. They are concerned with the Fitzgerald translation indicated as the "paperback" version of this edition. However, this edition (the Loeb Classical Library edition) is not by Fitzgerald but by A. T. Murray and is a prose translation as are all Loeb translations of classical poetry. Of course, the Fitzgerald translation is a monumental classic in its own right, but it is not the edition published by Loeb.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2012
★★★★★ 5
A Soul-Refreshing Daily Devotional
Format: Hardcover
New Morning Mercies by Paul David Tripp is a spiritual gem that delivers 365 days of gospel-centered encouragement. Each entry blends profound biblical insights with practical, heart-stirring reflections, perfect for starting your day grounded in faith. The hardcover’s durable design and ribbon marker make it a joy to use, whether you’re a seasoned believer or new to devotionals.
Pros:
Deep Yet Accessible: Tripp’s writing is rich with gospel truth, yet relatable, offering fresh perspectives on grace and redemption daily.
Transformative Impact: Readers (including me, after 60 days) report renewed hope and clarity—perfect for navigating life’s challenges.
Gift-Worthy: I have bought 8 in total gifting them to friends and family. With 4.9-star ratings across Amazon and Christianbook (10k+ reviews), it’s a heartfelt Christmas gift for all ages.
Engaging Format: Short, 2–3 minute readings with scripture tie-ins fit busy mornings.
Cons:
Dense for Some: A few find the theological depth intense; lighter readers might prefer simpler devotionals.
Repetitive Themes: Grace-heavy focus can feel similar across entries, though it’s intentional for reinforcement.
This devotional is a must-have for anyone seeking daily spiritual renewal. Pair it with coffee for a soul-lifting start to your day! 🙏📖 #FaithInspo #Devotional
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Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2025
★★★★★ 5
I believe this is one of the best devotionals on the market today
I have just started reading this devotional a few days ago and I don’t feel any heart convictions but that doesn’t mean this isn’t a good book. I believe you can read any of the devotions in this book whenever and not have to read it based on the day. I love that is has a scripture study on the bottom for more understanding and study that to me brings this devotional out from the others. I don’t have a lot of devotionals this one and some from Day Spring I like and that’s it. I have a couple Bibles with devotions but I like to open a book that has a devotional for me to read and study verses a huge book with devotions, don’t get me wrong I love my NIV woman’s study Bible but sometimes I just need to read one devotion per book and study and be done for the day. I have been looking on the market for some time in different places like our local Ollie’s and wasn’t drawn to anything. I came here and searched devotionals and this one popped up first and it sounded amazing and was recommended by a friend of mine in person I know and I felt like this was one that was going to make a difference in my life and not have just some inspiration message and a verse, I wish I got the one I could write in but that’s ok I can write in my journal and date it. So YES I highly recommend this book to anyone needing a good devotional and I don’t have this other one but God hears her sounds really good for the ladies but this one here is good for everyone not just ladies. I am just trying to figure out the best way to get the most out of this devotional Toby Mac has even read this and recommended it if that doesn’t say anything I don’t know what will. Get it for Christmas gifts for people you know. Get it just because or I’m thinking of you gift it’s good for any day and occasion. Like I said I’m just trying to figure out the best way to read it and get everything out of it!! It’s definitely more than inspiration and a quote. If this was the only one on the market it would be the only one that you need!
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Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2023
★★★★★ 5
Inspirational and thought provoking!
Format: Hardcover
Very good! Reading everyday. It has motivational questions and an inspiring focus on the realities of God in my life.
Greatly appreciated! Look forward to reading every morning along with the Bible and other devotionals. Thank you!
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Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Excellent Devotional
Excellent devotional. This author has a way of getting to the point and expressing it so well. He understands how human beings function, how our problem, sin, is in our own heart. Each daily devotional will speak truth, based on God’s Word. Grace is emphasized over and over again because we so often forget the gift we have been given: Jesus Christ. I highly recommend this devotional.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2026
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