The Historical Atlas of New York City: A Visual Celebration of 400 Years of New

Description: The Historical Atlas of New York City by Dr Eric Homberger Arranged chronologically and illustrated throughout with full-color maps, photographs, drawings, and charts, this atlas tracks New York City from early Native American culture to the present with meticulously researched detail and compelling text. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Now in its third edition, The Historical Atlas of New York City, takes us, neighborhood by neighborhood, through four hundred years of Gothams rich past, from the citys initial settlement of 270 people in thirty log houses; to John Jacob Astors meteoric rise from humble fur trader to the richest, most powerful man in the city; the fascinating ethnic mixture that is modern Queens; and the new "Freedom Tower" at One World Trade Center. With full-color maps, charts, photographs, drawings, and mini-essays, this encyclopedic volume also traces the historical development and cultural relevance of such iconic New York thoroughfares as Fifth Avenue, Wall Street, Park Avenue, and Broadway. This fully revised and updated edition brings the Atlas up to the present, including new spreads of the One World Trade Center site. A fascinating chronicle of the life of a metropolis, the striking third edition of The Historical Atlas of New York City provides a vivid and unique perspective on the nations cultural capital. Author Biography Eric Homberger is the author of Mrs. Astors New York and Scenes from the Life of a City. An American by birth, he is a professor of American studies at the University of East Anglia. Review [This Atlas] is a triumph of graphics, with text, maps, and photographs sharing space in a variety of colors, typefaces, and layouts. These brilliant displays are built around Mr. Hombergers history of the city from precolonial days to the [recent] 42nd Street renewal. --Richard F. Shephard, The New York Times Book Review Praise for the first edition: "A beautifully produced reference work . . . here, in maps, drawings, photographs, and illuminating text, are the five little boroughs and how they grew." --E. L. Doctorow "A treasure of a book. The historical notes are sharp, full, and often surprising. The graphics are fresh, colorful, and give one a new sense of New York, the world city in its everlasting drama." --Alfred Kazin "A much-needed addition to our urban iconography." --Louis Auchincloss "The rich selection on maps, drawings, and charts offers a startling new perspective on the growth of New York and makes this deft history as vivid and engaging as a walk through the streets." --Elizabeth Hawes, author of New York, New York "Eagerly awaited by both scholars and the general public, The Historical Atlas of New York City is the first such volume to appear inthe twentieth century. Beautifully illustrated and cogently written, it will offer pleasure and instruction to readers for years to come." --Kenneth T. Jackson, Barzun Professor of History and Social Sciences, Columbia University, and editor in chief of The Encyclopedia of New York City Review Quote Praise for the previous editions:A beautifully produced reference work . . . here, in maps, drawings, photographs, and illuminating text, are the five little boroughs and how they grew. - E. L. Doctorow A treasure of a book. The historical notes are sharp, full, and often surprising. The graphics are fresh, colorful, and give one a new sense of New York, the world city in its everlasting drama. - Alfred Kazin Details ISBN1250098068 Pages 192 Language English ISBN-10 1250098068 ISBN-13 9781250098061 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 974.71 Residence US Short Title HISTORICAL ATLAS OF NEW YOR-3E Edition 3rd Subtitle A Visual Celebration of 400 Years of New York Citys History Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2016-06-28 NZ Release Date 2016-06-28 US Release Date 2016-06-28 Year 2016 Publication Date 2016-06-28 UK Release Date 2016-06-28 Author Dr Eric Homberger Publisher St Martins Press Edition Description 3rd ed. Imprint Saint Martins Griffin,U.S. Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:98197926;

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