For anyone who loves classic amusement parks, author Mike Funyak, whose grandparents met at Danceland, provides loads of never-before-published photos of the grand old park. But most importantly, while returning readers to the glory years of West View Park, Funyak also weaves the fascinating and true story of the Harton family, enriched by the fact that the family was enthusiastic in their support of his book project. 

When asked what inspired him to write about West View Park, Funyak said, “I don’t believe the family’s story was ever properly told.” 

Theodore Marshall Harton II had a dream of building and operating Ferris wheels and other amusement devices. While others told Marsh to give up on his harebrained idea, Harton pressed on and his genius and tenacity would put Pittsburgh on the map as being home to one of the world’s most iconic and beloved parks.

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