Tale Of Two Cities Analysis

The Tale of Two Cities Bradford, PA, is a completely different world from Reading, PA, not only because they are located in different parts of the state but also because both have two completely different demographics and lifestyles. These two places have many differences that range from the revenue sources to the population’s recreational activities. Even with all these differences there are still a few basic similarities between these two places. In my personal experience, I have witnessed first-hand how it feels to live in both places and have developed certain thoughts about these two different settings such as how Bradford is such a laid place while Reading still has that 24-hour city feel to it. Bradford is a small rural town in Western Pennsylvania that is classified as a city in McKean County. Bradford is about 3.5 square miles large and is close to the New York state border, approximately 78 miles from Buffalo, NY. According to the 2013 Census, Bradford has a population of 8,630 people made up of about 95% white citizens. The homes and neighborhoods are very calm due to the fact that most of the population live a laid back lifestyle such as they enjoy hunting,

They are both in Pennsylvania and are identified as cities in their counties. Bradford and Reading were once places that made a lot of money and attracted a large variety of people. Bradford attracted people that were interested in the oil in the area and the town made a substantial amount of revenue. It is said that the town attracted a lot of retirees with all the big plots of land and big houses. But as time passed people moved out of Bradford and Reading. While not too many moved back into Bradford, a large population of Hispanics poured into Reading and quickly became the majority population. Today, Bradford and Reading have become historical towns who have seen times of glory and are due for