New York: 15 Walking Tours
Author | : Gerard Wolfe |
Publisher | : McGraw-Hill Professional |
Total Pages | : 476 |
Release | : 2003-03-25 |
ISBN-10 | : 0071411852 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780071411851 |
Rating | : 4/5 (52 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: The devastating events of 9/11 have brought a renewed interest in the rich architectural history of New York City. This highly acclaimed well-illustrated "carry-along" walking tour provides the updated information that tourists, students, architects, and historians need to fully appreciate the architectural aspects that have made NYC one of the most vital cities in the world. This new third edition features: * 15 walking tours of NYC's most important structures and neighborhoods * Easy-to-use maps for each tour with major landmarks clearly indicated * Nearly 300 vintage photos and engravings * Interesting, little known historical "tidbits" and anecdotal stories on significant buildings * Information on the latest landmark designations * Revised maps and changes in transit information to reflect the effects of 9/11