The Street Book: An Encyclopedia of Manhattan's Street Names and Their Origins

For anyone fascinated by New York, The Street Book: An Encyclopedia of Manhattan's Street Names and Their Origins offers an engaging way into the history of the city through its streets. Henry Moscow gathers short entries, biographical sketches, maps and visual material to explain how major and lesser-known Manhattan streets got their names, creating a lively blend of urban history, topography and cultural curiosity.

The book has clear appeal for readers interested in New York history, walking guides, place names and the hidden stories behind the city’s fabric. Its reference format makes it easy to consult, while its illustrations and historical orientation make it enjoyable to browse from cover to cover.

If you want a smart, unusual and highly browseable book about Manhattan, this is an excellent choice. Whether for a New York lover, a traveler, a collector of city books or a reader interested in urban naming and local history, The Street Book remains both informative and charming – a book that is easy to enjoy and worth owning.

• Encadernação: Capa mole
• Ano: 1990
• Páginas: 119
• ISBN: 0-8232-1275-0