The Encyclopedia of New York

This encyclopedia provides a deeper understanding and awareness for New York.

This is a fun read, full of fascinating facts about the greatest city in the world.

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Fascinating

Whether you live in New York, have visited or, would just like to know more about this city, this eclectic title may pique your interest. In it, the editors of the iconic New York Magazine share all sorts of information on this metropolis.The introduction points out the ways in which Manhattan has constantly adapted and changed. For example, as the editors point out, South Street once contained warehouses while Soho had factories. Now, these neighborhoods are filled with trendy shops and restaurants. Industries changed also; once there were no longer so many factories other industries thrived here including publishing and finance. And so it goes, in this constantly evolving city. Get to know it through this title which takes innovation as its theme.The book is arranged with alphabetical entries. so, for example, A has everything from Abstract Expressionism (which began here), to the Algonquin Round Table to the Automat and more. There are so many entries in this book. Readers can go in order or dip in and out. They will find something interesting wherever they land. Just a couple of others from the beginning of the alphabet are Big Bird and the Crossword puzzle.This book would make a good gift for anyone who loves the city or wants to know more about it. With its many illustrations and entries, it is an entertaining read.

Excellent book, but wish the print was larger. Very difficult to enjoy while reading

Rich and full of interesting tidbits

This book seems good; has pictures and a lot of content. However, it's not really a book to skim given that it's alphabetical (unless that's your thing). I preferred another book over this one the went by historical time period; much more enjoyable for me

Hubbie loved it, jam packed with all facts about NY and all places nicely described.

Our family loves New York and this is a wonderful book full of all the New York City history and facts one could wish for. Would highly recommend!