ISBN: 9780282821814 - the stranger's guide around new york and its vicinity: what to see and what is to be seen, with hints and advice to those who visit the great metropolis (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book, published in the mid-1800s, provides an intriguing and comprehensive glimpse into the bustling city of New York during a pivotal juncture in its history. The author takes readers on a thorough tour, highlighting renowned landmarks such as the Crystal Palace, while capturing the city's vibrant energy through rich descriptions of its diverse neighborhoods, bustling commerce, and lively entertainment scene. The book situates New York within the burgeoning industrial landscape of the time and reveals the mechanisms that propelled the city towards becoming a global metropolis. The author delves deep into the social and cultural fabric of New York, exploring its emerging institutions and social norms, and shedding light on the challenges faced by a rapidly growing immigrant population. Ultimately, this book illuminates the significance of New York in the 19th century, providing a valuable lens through which to understand the city's historical significance and its enduring impact on the progress of the nation. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…