Condensed history of Paterson from 1800 through 1960. Emphasis on early establishment by Alexander Hamilton, industries such as gun manufacturing, locomotives, aircraft engines, and the Silk Industry are covered, Numerous pictures are included. Review of the Economic impacts of events such as the 1913 Silk Strike, Prohibition, and WWII are all covered in Detail.

The author's personal biography as well as life experiences in the '40s and '50s are covered with anecdotes and photos.