A Young Explorer’s New York Maps of Manhattan
Narrative itinerary of Manhattan Island with corresponding pictorial maps.
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Description
Starting at 5th Avenue and 59th street, this book takes the reader on a casual stroll through New York City, narrating the sights, sounds, and smells that make the city a worldwide attraction. Part tourism book and part business directory, the perspective of the city is from a local’s point of view, sharing intimate details on hidden gems while offering practical advice on directions and navigation.
Between pages containing detailed text are pictorial maps covering between 10 and 16 city blocks, with illustrations of attractions, reference points, local businesses, and native New Yorkers. Regional points of interest, seasonal activities, and a page detailing the ghosts of New York are also included in this fascinating volume.
Map Details
Publication Date: 1962
Author: Lavinia Faxon and Alan Price
Sheet Width (in): 12.5
Sheet Height (in): 8.5
Condition: B+
Condition Description: 59 pp. illustrated atlas bound in original blue paper covered boards. Spine is broken and gutters are broken, but the contents remain bound and in good to very good condition. Pages show light toning around the outer edges and some faint wear, consistent with age. Good to very good overall.
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