City of Quartz

Davis presents a layered history of the city that challenges romantic notions of LA. I'm curious what motivated this particular angle and framing.

The detailed accounts of social divides made me think about how much of LA’s landscape is shaped by these disparities. Would love to hear others' reactions.

The interdisciplinary approach makes the book feel like a deep dive into the city’s psyche. I wonder how much of that was a conscious creative choice.