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100 1 _aHemstreet, Charles,
_d1866-
245 1 0 _aNooks & Corners of Old New York
246 1 _aNooks and Corners of Old New York
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2012-05-25
508 _aProduced by Annie R. McGuire. This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Internet Archive.
520 _a"Nooks & Corners of Old New York" by Charles Hemstreet is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the storied past of lower Manhattan, detailing significant landmarks, their histories, and the urban development that shaped the area. It delves into the foundation of the city, drawing connections between its early colonial days and the modern layout we recognize today. The opening of the book sets the stage for a rich exploration of Manhattan's history, starting with Fort Amsterdam, which marked the initial settlement of the area. Hemstreet discusses the evolution of the city's streets, their chaotic origins, and the eventual urban planning efforts that sought to impose order. Key historical figures and events are introduced, establishing a connection to vital locations such as Bowling Green Park and Fraunces' Tavern, as well as early institutions that laid the groundwork for the busy metropolis. This introduction provides a glimpse into the fascinating stories and places that will be uncovered in the following chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aNew York (N.Y.) -- Description and travel
653 _aHistoric buildings -- New York (State) -- New York
653 _aNew York (N.Y.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
700 1 _aPeixotto, Ernest C.,
_d1869-1940
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39789
999 _c80628
_d80628