American Metropolis: A History of New York City

by George Lankevich

From its origins as a primitive Dutch outpost to the sprawling urban complex it is today, New York City has presided for over 350 years as the critical center of American life. Historian George J. Lankevich concentrates on political and economic affairs to emphasize the cyclical nature of New York's history. 20 photos.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0814751490
• ISBN13: 9780814751497
• Release Date: June 1998
• Publisher: New York University Press
• Length: 1 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"