New York, New York: Masterworks of a Street Peddler

by George Forss and David Douglas Duncan

This wonderful book is about George Forss, a New York Street Peddler from the South Bronx who cares for his invalid mother by selling photographs of New York on the sidewalks. Some of Forss best lends... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0070182086
• ISBN13: 9780070182080
• Release Date: January 1984
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 2.45 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Haunting Photos of NYC

Poetic and haunting black and white photos of contemporary NYC. I wonder when George Forss will be recognized fully. His work is extraordinary and deserves widespread recognition, especially by those who love New York.

Truly a master

I bought this book many years ago when it was first published. It is a beautiful collection of black and white photos of New York City and its environs. Especially lovely are his pictures of the World Trade Center towers. There is a wonderful photo of them with dark clouds behind them and what is left of the sunlight shining on them. Below is the QE2 sailing out of New York harbor escorted by four small boats. He also has a memorable picture of the World Trade Center in shadow. This book is a must for lovers of New York and of black and white photography.

Excellent pictoral of the Manhattan Skyline, etc.

This is an excellent pictoral of the New York skyline (predominantly Manhattan), including many full-size pictures of the World Trade Center from various angles and at various times during the day. Includes the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Empire State Building, etc. Mostly photos with a little commentary. Large book. Excellent photography! All black & white - very dramatic. Very collectible.