Download or read book The Cleveland Flats: Past-Present-Future/ a Photographic Essay written by Rick Karges and published by . This book was released on 2021-01-20 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book offers a photographic journey and essay of Cleveland's Industrial Flats. While undergoing a series of social, cultural and economic changes, the area of Cleveland known as "The Flats" has always been a constant and unique presence often overlooked and under-appreciated. This work provides a unique and artistic perspective of an urban/industrial landscape evolving in purpose, form and function. While owning its share of flaws, foibles and vagaries, "The Flats" have also endured much change over 200 years, steadily persevered, displayed resilience, strength and fortitude. It has also been a place intrigue, nostalgia and curiosity. Finally, it perhaps best represents the character of the City of Cleveland, its hard working class origins, its authenticity, and evolving role as " The Best Location In the Nation"