Download or read book Old New York written by and published by . This book was released on 1890 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book In Olde New York written by Charles Burr Todd and published by Jazzybee Verlag. This book was released on 1907 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Father Knickerbocker himself seems to come to life and tells of the people whom he knew and the incidents of which he was a part, with all the interest that comes of actual-personal participation. That is the feeling one gets in reading Mr. Todd's description of old days and old scenes in the city of New York and the surrounding region. The subjects of which he treats are as fragrant in their mere titles of the interest that dwells in those days as an old cupboard of lavender.
Download or read book The Historic Shops Restaurants of New York written by Ellen Williams and published by New York Review of Books. This book was released on 2002 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover venerable dining rooms, gas-lit taverns, and old-world apothecaries and tobacconists from the New York of George Washington, Walt Whitman, Mark Twain, Boss Tweed, Harry Houdini, and P.T. Barnum. This old-world guide covers restaurants, gourmet shops, cafes, saloons and bars, hardware stores, and home furnishings stores. Illustrations.
Download or read book The Bowery Boys written by Greg Young and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016-06-21 with total page 399 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Uncover fascinating, little-known histories of the five boroughs in The Bowery Boys’ official companion to their popular, award-winning podcast. It was 2007. Sitting at a kitchen table and speaking into an old karaoke microphone, Greg Young and Tom Meyers recorded their first podcast. They weren’t history professors or voice actors. They were just two guys living in the Bowery and possessing an unquenchable thirst for the fascinating stories from New York City’s past. Nearly 200 episodes later, The Bowery Boys podcast is a phenomenon, thrilling audiences each month with one amazing story after the next. Now, in their first-ever book, the duo gives you an exclusive personal tour through New York’s old cobblestone streets and gas-lit back alleyways. In their uniquely approachable style, the authors bring to life everything from makeshift forts of the early Dutch years to the opulent mansions of The Gilded Age. They weave tales that will reshape your view of famous sites like Times Square, Grand Central Terminal, and the High Line. Then they go even further to reveal notorious dens of vice, scandalous Jazz Age crime scenes, and park statues with strange pasts. Praise for The Bowery Boys “Among the best city-centric series.” —New York Times “Meyers and Young have become unofficial ambassadors of New York history.” —NPR “Breezy and informative, crowded with the finest grifters, knickerbockers, spiritualists, and city builders to stalk these streets since back when New Amsterdam was just some farms.” —Village Voice “Young and Meyers have an all-consuming curiosity to work out what happened in their city in years past, including the Newsboys Strike of 1899, the history of the Staten Island Ferry, and the real-life sites on which Martin Scorsese’s Vinyl is based.” —The Guardian
Download or read book A Voice from Old New York written by Louis Auchincloss and published by HMH. This book was released on 2010-12-02 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An “entertaining and occasionally even moving” personal recollection by the lawyer, historian, and renowned chronicler of old-money WASP society (The Boston Globe). At the time of his death, Louis Auchincloss—enemy of bores, self-pity, and stale gossip—had just finished taking on a subject he had long avoided: himself. His memoir confirms that, despite the spark of his fiction, Auchincloss himself was the most entertaining character he ever created. No traitor to his class, but occasionally its critic, Auchincloss returns to his insular society, which he maintains was less interesting than its members admitted—and unfurls his life with dignity, summoning family (particularly his father, who suffered from depression and forgave him for hating sports) and intimates. Brooke Astor and her circle are here, along with glimpses of Jacqueline Onassis. Most memorable, though, is Auchincloss’s way with those outside the salon: the cranky maid; the maiden aunt, perpetually out of place; the less-than-well-born boy who threw himself from a window over a woman and a man. Above all, here is what it was like to be Auchincloss, an American master, a New York Times–bestselling novelist, and a rare, generous, lively spirit to the end. “[Auchincloss] concentrates on bringing back to life—literary alchemy, after all—the people who loved him: his mother, father, aunts, uncles, school friends and colleagues. He understands how lucky he was to have them, and ‘A Voice From Old New York’ is his thank-you note.” —The New York Times
Download or read book Old New York in Early Photographs written by Mary Black and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2013-07-24 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New York City as it was 1853-1901, through 196 wonderful photographs: great blizzard, Lincoln's funeral procession, great buildings, much more.
Download or read book Nooks and Corners of Old New York written by Charles Hemstreet and published by State University of New York Press. This book was released on 2023-10-01 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nooks and Corners of Old New York celebrates the people, places, and events that shaped New York City's history. The author—a newspaper reporter and novelist who wrote extensively on New York's early history—paints a vivid picture of several centuries of stories, scandals, and celebrations. While the history may be old, its appeal is not dated; any fan of contemporary city lore will be fascinated by the many echoes that can be discovered by learning more about the city's colorful past. Whether an armchair traveler or someone retracing the author's steps, the reader will enjoy imagining a city that still featured sheep meadows, fresh streams, and verdant hills. And, surprisingly, many of the landmarks highlighted in this text remain on their original sites, testimony to the fact that the ever-changing city still has a history to be appreciated. Read selectively as you roam the streets or from first to last page in the comfort of your favorite chair, Nooks and Corners of Old New York will entertain and inform you about New York's rich story.
Download or read book Chronicles of Old New York written by James Roman and published by Museyon Inc.. This book was released on 2016-04-01 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book Golden Hill written by Francis Spufford and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-06-27 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published: Great Britain: Faber & Faber, 2016.
Download or read book City of God written by Beverly Swerling and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2008 with total page 547 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: He has sworn to protect the innocent through the ages... Malcolm is a newly chosen Master, a novice to his extraordinary – and dangerous – powers. When his lack of control results in a woman's death he's determined to fight his darkest desires, denying himself all pleasure...until fate sends him bookseller Claire. Yet nothing can prepare safety-conscious Claire for powerful medieval warrior Malcolm sweeping her back into his time. In this treacherous world Claire needs Malcolm to survive, but she must somehow keep him at arm's length. For Malcolm's soul is at stake – and fulfilling his desires could prove fatal...
Download or read book Low Life written by Lucy Sante and published by Macmillan + ORM. This book was released on 2016-03-08 with total page 541 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The classic social history of corruption and vice in nineteenth-century NYC: “A cacophonous poem of democracy and greed, like the streets of New York themselves” (John Vernon, Los Angeles Times Book Review). Lucy Sante’s Low Life is a portrait of America’s greatest city, the riotous and anarchic breeding ground of modernity. This is not the familiar saga of mansions, avenues, and robber barons, but the messy, turbulent, often murderous story of the city’s slums; the teeming streets—scene of innumerable cons and crimes whose cramped and overcrowded housing is still a prominent feature of the cityscape. Low Life voyages through Manhattan from four different directions. Part One examines the actual topography of Manhattan from 1840 to 1919; Part Two, the era’s opportunities for vice and entertainment—theaters and saloons, opium and cocaine dens, gambling and prostitution; Part Three investigates the forces of law and order which did and didn’t work to contain the illegalities; Part Four counterposes the city’s tides of revolt and idealism against the city as it actually was. Low Life is one of the most provocative books about urban life ever written—an evocation of the mythology of the quintessential modern metropolis, which has much to say not only about New York’s past but about the present and future of all cities.
Download or read book Peter Stuyvesant of Old New York written by Anna Erskine Crouse and published by Random House Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 1954 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A biography of the Dutchman who arrived to be governor of New Amsterdam in 1647.
Download or read book In Olde New York written by Charles Burr Todd and published by Jazzybee Verlag. This book was released on 1968 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Father Knickerbocker himself seems to come to life and tells of the people whom he knew and the incidents of which he was a part, with all the interest that comes of actual-personal participation. That is the feeling one gets in reading Mr. Todd's description of old days and old scenes in the city of New York and the surrounding region. The subjects of which he treats are as fragrant in their mere titles of the interest that dwells in those days as an old cupboard of lavender.
Download or read book A Little Girl in Old New York written by Amanda Minnie Douglas and published by BoD - Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-08-10 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A Little Girl in Old New York" by Amanda Minnie Douglas is a captivating historical novel that transports readers to the bustling streets of early New York City. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly growing and changing urban landscape, the story follows the life and adventures of a young protagonist as she navigates the challenges and excitement of her time. The title, "A Little Girl in Old New York," hints at a narrative that offers a unique window into the daily life and experiences of a child growing up in the early days of New York City's history. Through the eyes of the young protagonist, readers are transported to a world of cobblestone streets, horse-drawn carriages, and the vibrant mix of cultures that characterized the bustling metropolis. The narrative skillfully blends historical authenticity with engaging storytelling. As the little girl explores her surroundings and interacts with the diverse cast of characters in her community, readers gain insight into the social dynamics, customs, and values of the era. The author's attention to detail paints a vivid picture of life in early New York City, immersing readers in the sights, sounds, and challenges of urban living. At its heart, "A Little Girl in Old New York" delves into the growth and development of the young protagonist. Through her adventures and interactions, readers witness her journey of self-discovery and personal growth. The novel explores themes such as friendship, family, ambition, and the pursuit of dreams. The historical context adds depth and richness to the narrative, allowing readers to experience the significant events and changes that shaped the early history of New York City. From encounters with immigrants and street vendors to the evolving cityscape, the novel provides a glimpse into the pivotal moments that defined urban life in the past. Douglas' prose is both evocative and accessible, making the story appealing to readers of various ages. Her storytelling prowess and descriptive language bring the setting and characters to life, enabling readers to fully immerse themselves in the world of old New York. In conclusion, "A Little Girl in Old New York" is a captivating historical novel that offers a charming journey into the early history of a bustling metropolis. Through the perspective of its young protagonist, the book provides a rich exploration of history, culture, and personal growth. With its engaging narrative and historical depth, the novel invites readers to step back in time and experience the joys and challenges of a bygone era.
Download or read book In Olde New York written by Charles Burr Todd and published by Hardpress Publishing. This book was released on 2012-08-01 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.
Download or read book Old New York Four Book Collection written by Edith Wharton and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-12-10 with total page 271 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Old New York (1924) is a collection of four novellas by Edith Wharton, revolving around upper-class New York City society in the 1840s, 1850s, 1860s, and 1870s. The novellas reveal the tribal codes and customs that ruled society, portrayed with the keen style that is uniquely Edith Wharton's. Originally published in 1924 and long out of print, these tales are vintage Wharton, dealing boldly with such themes as infidelity, illegitimacy, jealousy, the class system, and the condition of women in society Included in this remarkable quartet are False Dawn, The Old Maid, The Spark, and New Year's Day. The decades indicated in the subtitles to the stories make them prequels, after a fashion, to The Age of Innocence. All five might as well be cut from the same bolt of cloth, sharing settings, characters, social insight, a similar knowing eye for a telling detail. Edith Wharton (1862-1937) was a Pulitzer Prize-winning American novelist, short story writer, and designer. She became known for her psychological examination of characters faced with changes in the moral and social values of middle-class and upper-class society. Her novels and short stories provide numerous expert characterizations of complex men and women.
Download or read book Old Taverns of New York written by William Harrison Bayles and published by . This book was released on 1915 with total page 526 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
