Chronicles of Old New York: Exploring Manhattan's Landmark Neighbors
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Chronicles of Old New York: Exploring Manhattan's Landmark Neighbors by James Roman
Did you know that Central Park was built on Seneca Village, a community of modest farms, also known as a safe haven for runaway slaves? Did you know Washington Square Park used to be a potter's field? Author James Roman, a native New Yorker, brings to this guide an intimate knowledge and love of New York's neighborhoods and the quirks of history that have helped shape the city. Discover 400 years of innovation through the true stories of the visionaries, risk-takers, dreamers, and schemers such as John Jacob Astor, Cornelius Vanderbilt, Stanford White, Gertrude Whitney and more with historical photographs and period maps. This second edition includes a new Broadway chapter and completely updated walking tours. A Must Read for anyone who loves New York City.
Roman, James: - JAMES ROMAN is Professor of Film and Media Studies at Hunter College, City University of New York. He is the author of Love, Light, and a Dream (Praeger, 1996) and From Daytime to Primetime (Greenwood, 2005).
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781940842080 |
| ISBN 10 | 1940842085 |
| Title | Chronicles of Old New York: Exploring Manhattan's Landmark Neighbors |
| Author | James Roman |
| Series | Chronicles Ser |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Museyon Guides |
| Year published | 2016-04-01 |
| Number of pages | 308 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |