Trace the epic story of New York through hundreds of atmospheric photographs, from the
mid-19th century to the present day. This remarkable collection, now available in a popular edition, pays tribute to the extraordinary
architecture, civic, social, and photographic heritage of the Big Apple.
From the building of the Brooklyn Bridge to the immigrants arriving at Ellis Island; from the slums of the Lower East Side to the magnificent Art Deco skyscrapers, the city is laid out block by block, in all its chaos, complexity, energy, diversity, and style. Featured photographers include such feted talents as
Berenice Abbott, Weegee, Margaret Bourke-White, William Claxton, Marvin E. Newman, Ralph Gibson, Steve Schapiro, Peter Lindbergh, Lee Friedlander, Nan Goldin, and Ryan McGinley. With cover art by Robert Nippoldt, the collection is complemented by an
extensive appendix showcasing some
100 books, movies, and records inspired by the city that never sleeps.
