New York: Old & New: Section 1. Through The Old City. Section 2. The Common To Love Lane. Section 3. Bloomingdale And Beyond

By Rufus Rockwell Wilson

Book Overview

New York: Old & New, by Rufus Rockwell Wilson, offers a captivating journey through the historical layers of New York City. This meticulously researched work explores the city's evolution from its earliest days through the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is divided into three sections, each illuminating a different facet of New York's rich tapestry. Section 1, "Through The Old City," delves into the origins and growth of lower Manhattan, chronicling its transformation into a bustling commercial hub. Section 2, "The Common To Love Lane," explores the areas slightly north of the original settlement, detailing the social and cultural life that shaped the growing metropolis. Section 3, "Bloomingdale And Beyond," ventures further uptown, examining the development of residential neighborhoods and the expansion of the city's boundaries. This historical account provides invaluable insights into the events and personalities that forged New York into the iconic city it is today.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1271826690
• ISBN13: 9781271826698
• Release Date: November 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 426 Pages
• Weight: 1.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.1" x 9.2"