The Diary of Philip Hone, 1828-1851 is a historical book written by Philip Hone and published in 1889. The book is a collection of diary entries written by Hone, a prominent New York City businessman and socialite, during the years 1828 to 1851. The diary offers a firsthand account of the social, political, and cultural events of the time, including the rise of the Whig and Democratic parties, the growth of the city's economy, and the development...