This photographic tribute to Los Angeles showcases its cultural, political, and sociological history from the 1880s to the present day. With over 500 images, it explores the city''s evolution from a desert wasteland to a palm-studded urban metropolis. Featuring events like the Olympics, Bobby Kennedy''s assassination, and the Rodney King riots, as well as Hollywood celebrities and pop cultural movements, the book captures the city''s glory and grit. Essays by Kevin Starr and David L. Ulin provide context to the images, sourced from renowned photographers and historical archives.