Coney Island: Visions of an American Dreamland, 1861-2008

by Robin Jaffee Frank

A captivating look at Coney Island and its iconic place in the history of American art

Called "America's playground," Coney Island is a world-famous resort and national cultural symbol that has inspired music, literature, and films. This groundbreaking book is the first to look at the site's enduring status as inspiration for artists throughout the ages, from its inception as an elite seaside resort in the mid-19th century, to its evolution...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0300189907
• ISBN13: 9780300189902
• Release Date: February 2015
• Publisher: Yale University Press
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 3.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 9.2" x 11.2"