I got this as a gift when I moved to Philly to attend Penn and it has been extremely helpful as I get to know the city. The maps and public transit info are easy to use and the background information and neighborhood descriptions are really accurate from what I have seen. The book was written by a local and the personality of the neighborhoods and people really comes through in the writing. The restaurant section offers a diverse sampling of some of the best spots in every price range and the nightlife listings are great. I have taken the time to see many of Philly's historic attractions, which I might not have bothered to do, because they sound so interesting in the book. I have convinced many friends to see not just the Liberty Bell, but places like Eastern State Penitentiary and the Masonic Temple, that most of my them have never even heard about. I regularly consult the book when picking a restaurant or bar or looking for something new to do on weekends. It's great when family or friends come to visit and I know all the best places to show them. My parents always borrow it while they are here and they too have found it really helpful. I'd recommend this it to anyone moving here or just visiting Philadelphia.