Description
Explore NYC throughout the decades with
New York by New York
. Starting with the Gilded Age and moving all the way up to the present day, this stunning volume is a comprehensive look at the most important moments in this great city’s history. Witness the birth of the world-renown skyline, look back on iconic Broadway performances, peek into Prohibition era speakeasies and discover the stories of culture-defining spots, from the Chelsea Hotel to Studio 54 to Andy Warhol’s Factory. This spirit of each of these places and periods is expertly captured in illuminating essays and a breathtaking collection of photography and illustrations, accompanied by quintessential depictions from movies and television and quotes from iconic authors and songwriters. A beautiful tribute to the unique ethos of New York City, this book is sure to be treasured by lifelong natives and history-lovers alike.
by Wendell Jamieson
foreword by Jay McInerney
various photographers
hardcover with slipcase
368 pages
Dimensions
11”W x 2”D x 13.5”H
slipcase: 11”W x 2.5”D x 14”H
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