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New York Calling: From Blackout To Bloomberg
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New York City In The 1970S Was The Setting For Taxi Driver, Annie Hall, And Saturday Night Fever, The Nightmare Playground For Son Of Sam And The Warriors, The Proving Grounds For Graffiti, Punk, Hiphop, And All Manner Of Other Public Spectacle. Musicians, Artists, And Writers Could Subsist Even In Manhattan, While Immigrants From The World Over Were Reinventing The City In Their Own Image. Others, Fed Up With Crime, Filth And Frustration, Simply Split.Fastforward Three Decades And Today New York Can Appear A Glamorous Metropolis, With Real Estate Prices Soaring Higher Than Its Skyscrapers. But Is This Freshscrubbed, Affluent City Really An Improvement On Its Grittierand More Affordablepredecessor? Taking Us Back To The Streets Where Eccentricity And Anomie Were Pervasive, New York Calling Unlocks Life In The Unpolished Apple, Where, It Seemed, Anything Could Happen. All Five Boroughsthe Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, And Staten Islandcomprising Hundreds Of Neighborhoods And The Interlaced Worlds Of Politics, Crime, Drugs, Sex, And Mischief, Are Explored With A Love Of The City Unclouded By Romance Yet Undimmed By Cynicism.Acclaimed Historian Marshall Berman And Journalist Brian Berger Gather Here A Stellar Group Of Writers And Photographers Who Combine Their Energies To Weave A Rich Tale Of Struggle, Excitement, And Wonder. John Strausbaugh Explains How Uptown Has Taken Over Downtown, As Tom Robbins Examines The Mayors And Wouldbe Mayors Who Have Presided Over The Transformation. Margaret Morton Chronicles The Homeless, While Robert Atkins Offers A Personal View Of The Citys Gay Culture And The Devastating Impact Of Aids. Anthony Hadenguest And John Yau Offer Insiders Views Of The New York Art World, While Brandon Stosuy And Allen Lowe Recount Their Discoveries Of The Local Rock And Jazz Scenes. Armond White And Leonard Greene Approach Africanamerican Culture And Civil Rights From Perspectives Often Marginalized In Socalled Polite Conversation.Daily Life In New York Has Its Dramatic Moments Too. Luc Sante Gives Us Glimpses Of A City Perpetually On The Grift, Jean Thilmany And Philip Dray Share Secrets Of Gothams Ethnic Enclaves, Richard Meltzer Walks, Jim Knipfel Rides The Subways, And Robert Sietsema Crisscrosses The City, Indefatigably Tasting Everything From Giant Nigerian Tree Snails To Fujianese Turtles.Its A Long Way From Old Brooklyn To The New Times Square. But New York Calling Reminds Us Of What Has Changedand Whats Been Lost Along The Way.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'New York Calling: From Blackout to Bloomberg'? A: The main theme of the book explores the transformation of New York City from the gritty, crime-ridden 1970s to the polished metropolis it has become today, delving into cultural, political, and social changes.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by acclaimed historian Marshall Berman and journalist Brian Berger.
- Q: What type of content can readers expect in this book? A: Readers can expect a rich mix of essays, photography, and firsthand accounts from various contributors that provide insights into New York's history, culture, and diverse neighborhoods.
- Q: How many pages does 'New York Calling' have? A: The book has a total of 400 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in New York City's history? A: Yes, this book is highly suitable for anyone interested in New York City's history, as it covers significant cultural and societal shifts through various perspectives.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: When was 'New York Calling: From Blackout to Bloomberg' published? A: The book was published on September 15, 2007.
- Q: What binding type does this edition of the book have? A: This edition of the book is a paperback binding.
- Q: Does this book include any illustrations? A: Yes, this edition is noted as an illustrated version, providing visual context to the written content.
- Q: What categories does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under 'State & Local' topics, focusing on New York City.