This address, delivered before the St. Nicholas Society of New York in 1848, provides a vivid portrait of the city during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Written by William Alexander Duer, a prominent lawyer and historian, it is a fascinating look at the people and places that shaped one of America's most iconic cities. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of New York. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...