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A newly updated, expanded edition of the most comprehensive onevolume reference work on New York City ever compiledCovering an exhaustive range of information about Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island, the first edition of The Encyclopedia of New York City was a success by every measure, earning worldwide acclaim and several awards for reference excellence, and selling out its first printing before it was officially published.But much has changed since the volume first appeared in 1995: the World Trade Center no longer dominates the skyline, a billionaire businessman became an unlikely threeterm mayor, and urban regenerationChelsea Piers, the High Line, DUMBO, Williamsburg, the South Bronx, the Lower East Sidehas become commonplace. To reflect such innovation and change, this definitive, onevolume resource on the city has been completely revised and expanded.The revised edition includes 800 new entries that help complete the story of New York: from Air Train to EZPass, from September 11 to public order. The new material includes broader coverage of subject areas previously underserved as well as new maps and illustrations. Virtually all existing entriesspanning architecture, politics, business, sports, the arts, and morehave been updated to reflect the impact of the past two decades.The more than 5,000 alphabetical entries and 700 illustrations of the second edition of The Encyclopedia of New York Cityconvey the richness and diversity of its subject in great breadth and detail, and will continue to serve as an indispensable tool for everyone who has even a passing interest in the American metropolis.
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- Q: What is 'The Encyclopedia of New York City' about? A: 'The Encyclopedia of New York City' is a comprehensive one-volume reference work that provides exhaustive information about the five boroughs of New York City, including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island.
- Q: How many pages does this encyclopedia contain? A: The encyclopedia contains a total of 1561 pages.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Encyclopedia of New York City' is Kenneth T. Jackson.
- Q: When was the second edition published? A: The second edition of 'The Encyclopedia of New York City' was published on December 1, 2010.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Encyclopedia of New York City' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for research purposes? A: Yes, this encyclopedia is suitable for research as it contains over 5,000 alphabetical entries and is recognized for its reference excellence.
- Q: What topics are covered in this encyclopedia? A: The encyclopedia covers a wide range of topics, including architecture, politics, business, sports, the arts, and historical events related to New York City.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or maps? A: Yes, the second edition includes 700 illustrations and new maps that enhance the information provided.
- Q: Is this edition updated from the previous version? A: Yes, the second edition has been completely revised and expanded to include 800 new entries and updated existing content.
- Q: What makes this encyclopedia a valuable resource? A: Its comprehensive coverage, updated information, and rich illustrations make it an indispensable tool for anyone interested in New York City.