The Place Where Chicago Was is a historical novel by Jim Harmon that tells the story of the city of Chicago from its earliest days as a small trading post to its emergence as a major metropolis. The novel follows the lives of several characters, including a French fur trader, a Native American chief, a German immigrant, and a young African-American woman, as they struggle to make a life in the city. The novel begins in the early 1800s, when the city was just a small trading post. As the city grows, so do the lives of the characters, as they face the challenges of a rapidly changing city. They must confront racism, poverty, and violence, as well as the ever-present threat of disease. Through it all, they strive to make a better life for themselves and their families. The novel is a vivid portrait of a city in transition, as it moves from a small frontier town to a bustling metropolis. It is a story of courage and resilience, as the characters strive to make a place for themselves in a rapidly changing world.
By Jim Harmon · First published 1962 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Mystery, Adventure · 5 chapters