In old New York.( 1900 ) By: Thomas Allibone Janvier (ILLUSTRATED)
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Thomas Allibone Janvier (July 16, 1849 - June 18, 1913) was an American story-writer and historian, born in Philadelphia of Proven al descent.Janvier received a public school education, then worked in Philadelphia for newspapers from 1870-81. 1] In 1878 he married Catherine Ann Drinker (May 1, 1841- July 19, 1922), an artist who was the first woman teacher at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and first teacher to Cecilia Beaux. Later in life,...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1545324174
ISBN13:9781545324172
Release Date:April 2017
Publisher:Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Length:136 Pages
Weight:0.63 lbs.
Dimensions:0.3" x 8.0" x 10.0"
Customer Reviews
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Wonderful history with humor
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
This book, written in the late 1890s, shows the NYC that disappeared slowing over the preceding 100 years. What a read. Inside New York's birth and growth, so to speak. An opinionated perspective that shows that in some ways things never change.
For all New Yorkers
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
This book provides great insight into New York City's past. For all those with a passion for this city, this book is a must. Great historic facts and photos!
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