Chronicles of old New York
By: James Roman
Edition: 2nd edition.
Published: 2016
Language: eng
Number of pages: 307
ISBN-13: 9781940842080
Subjects: Walking; Guidebooks; Historic sites; Neighborhoods; Miscellanea; Biography; History
Description: "Did you know that Central Park was built on Seneca Village, a community of modest farms, also known as a safe haven for runaway slaves? Did you know Washington Square Park used to be a potter's field? Author James Roman, a native New Yorker, brings to this guide an intimate knowledge and love of New York's neighborhoods and the quirks of history that have helped shape the city. Discover 400 years of innovation through the true stories of the visionaries, risk-takers, dreamers, and schemers such as John Jacob Astor, Cornelius Vanderbilt, Stanford White, Gertrude Whitney and more with historical photographs and period maps. This second edition includes a new Broadway chapter and completely updated walking tours. A Must Read for anyone who loves New York City"--
Notes: "Exploring Manhattan's landmark neighborhoods"--Cover.

"2nd edition new theater district chapter"--Cover.

Includes bibliographical references and index.