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Great Fortune: The Epic Of Rockefeller Center
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In This Hugely Appealing Book, A Finalist For The Pulitzer Prize, Acclaimed Author And Journalist Daniel Okrent Weaves Together Themes Of Money, Politics, Art, Architecture, Business, And Society To Tell The Story Of The Majestic Suite Of Buildings That Came To Dominate The Heart Of Midtown Manhattan And With It, For A Time, The Heart Of The World. At The Center Of Okrent'S Riveting Story Are Four Remarkable Individuals: Tycoon John D. Rockefeller, His Ambitious Son Nelson Rockefeller, Real Estate Genius John R. Todd, And Visionary Skyscraper Architect Raymond Hood. In The Tradition Of David Mccullough'S The Great Bridge, Ron Chernow'S Titan, And Robert Caro'S The Power Broker, Great Fortune Is A Stunning Tribute To An American Landmark That Captures The Heart And Spirit Of New York At Its Apotheosis.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Great Fortune: The Epic of Rockefeller Center'? A: The book explores the intersection of money, politics, art, architecture, business, and society through the story of Rockefeller Center and its key figures.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Great Fortune'? A: The author is Daniel Okrent, an acclaimed journalist and author.
- Q: How many pages does 'Great Fortune' have? A: The book has 512 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: It was published on November 30, 2004.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Great Fortune' have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The item is in new condition.
- Q: Is 'Great Fortune' suitable for readers interested in architecture? A: Yes, the book covers architectural themes, particularly focusing on the design of Rockefeller Center.
- Q: Does 'Great Fortune' include illustrations or photographs? A: The book primarily focuses on text and historical narrative rather than illustrations or photographs.
- Q: What is the significance of Rockefeller Center as discussed in the book? A: Rockefeller Center is depicted as an American landmark that symbolizes the heart and spirit of New York at its peak.
- Q: Is 'Great Fortune' a finalist for any literary awards? A: Yes, it was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize.