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Uncover fascinating, little-known histories of the five boroughs in The Bowery Boys' official companion to their popular, award-winning podcast.
It was 2007. Sitting at a kitchen table and speaking into an old karaoke microphone, Greg Young and Tom Meyers recorded their first podcast. They weren't history professors or voice actors. They were just two guys living in the Bowery and possessing an unquenchable thirst for the fascinating stories from...
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Find hundreds of easy day trips within two hours of Rochester. Explore the beauty and hidden gems of the Rochester, New York, area with local travel expert Debi Bower. As the founder of the website daytrippingroc, Bower offers detailed guides and suggested activities, highlighting the best places to visit in the city of Rochester and the surrounding Finger Lakes region, plus several destinations in Central New York, Western New York, and the Southern...
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New York ist mehr als Central Park, Empire State Building und Lady Liberty. Ob in Manhattan, in Queens oder in New Jersey, gegenüber von Manhattan: Es finden sich überall Orte, an denen Sie den Big Apple mehr wie ein Einheimischer denn als Tourist – und trotzdem nicht alltäglich, sondern unglaublich anregend – entdecken können. Dieses Buch stellt 50 Plätze abseits der ausgetretenen Pfade vor, manche sind selbst vielen New Yorkern nicht bekannt....
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"New York : La ville qui ne dort jamais" est une véritable immersion dans la ville qui ne cesse de fasciner le monde entier. Ce best-seller Amazon Kindle explore tous les aspects de la ville emblématique de New York, des quartiers les plus emblématiques aux personnages célèbres en passant par les défis qu'elle doit surmonter. Découvrez les sites touristiques les plus célèbres de la ville, les événements culturels qui attirent des milliers...
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The Amish, one of America's most intriguingly private, unique, and often misunderstood religious communities, have survived for three hundred years! How has that happened?
While much has been written on the Amish, little has been revealed about their history. This book brings together in one volume a thorough history of the Amish people. From their beginnings in Europe through their settlement in North America, the Amish have struggled to maintain...
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No trip to the Jersey Shore would be complete without indulging in the cuisine that helps make it famous. These foods we enjoy today are part of a long tradition beginning in the Victorian era, when big oceanfront hotels served elaborate meals. Diverse dishes and restaurants emerged during prohibition and the Great Depression, when fast food appeared and iconic boardwalk treats developed. Predating the farm to table movement, fancy and fast eateries...
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An encyclopedic collection of profiles of the people who shaped New Jersey's coastline, from architects and businessmen to sports figures and entertainers.
The Jersey Shore evokes images of boardwalks and beach resorts, but its beginnings were far different. In the mid-nineteenth century, visionary entrepreneurs transformed the sleepy agrarian and maritime communities of the Garden State coast with a series of energetic new visitors and venues. Artists,...
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This book tells a story which until now has not been available in such an interesting and comprehensive form. What holds these people together? Why are they growing in number? Where do they live? The Old Order Mennonites are less well known than the Amish, but are similar in many beliefs and practices. Some Old Order Mennonites drive horses and buggies. Others use cars for transportation. Conservative Mennonite groups vary a great deal, but in general...
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Discover the darker side of New York City history with this collection of stories and photos. Amid the bustle of the city's ever-changing landscape, Manhattan's past still whispers. At Fraunces Tavern, George Washington's emotional farewell luncheon in 1783 echoes in the Long Room. Gertrude Tredwell's ghost appears to visitors at the Merchant's House Museum. Long since deceased, Olive Thomas shows herself to the men of the New Amsterdam Theatre, and...
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A part of Belt's City Anthology Series, a unique take on Charm City through the eyes of those who live there every day. To many outsiders, Baltimore--sometimes derisively called "Mobtown" or "Bodymore"--is a city famous for its poverty and violence, twin ills that have been compounded by decades of racial segregation and the loss of manufacturing jobs. But that portrait has only given us a skewed view of a truly unique and diverse American city,...
11) Cycling the Erie Canal: A Guide to 360 Miles of Adventure and History Along the Erie Canalway Trail
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An indispensable resource for dedicated cyclists planning to bike across the state or the casual rider looking to take the family out for a couple of hours. Great for walkers, boaters, and auto travelers, too.
The Erie Canalway Trail is a cycling destination for riders of all abilities. Following one of the world's most famous manmade waterways, it spans New York State between Albany and Buffalo. Whether enjoying a leisurely ride from one village...
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A study of three Amish homesteads: one in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, one in Holmes County, Ohio, and one in LaGrange County, Indiana. Scott examines the history and cultural development of a typical Amish house and barn, one in each of the three largest Amish communities in North America. Home is the center of Amish life and most life events: birth, marriage, daily work and play, retirement, and even death happen there.
Stephen Scott explores...
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Discover Long Island's pivotal role in the Underground Railroad and the legacy that lives on today in this fascinating history and visitor's guide.
From the arrival of the Quakers in the seventeenth century to the enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation, Long Island played an important role in the Underground Railroad's work to help enslaved people escape to freedom. Many of the safe houses are still standing today, and this informative volume...
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The name may remind you of a certain word-based board game, but scrapple has been an essential food in Mid-Atlantic kitchens for hundreds of years, the often-overlooked king of breakfast meats. Developed by German settlers of Pennsylvania, scrapple was made from the "scraps" of meat cut from the day's butchering to avoid waste. Pork trimmings were stewed until tender, ground like sausage, and blended with broth, cornmeal, and buckwheat flour. Crispy...
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On July 26, 1902, The Elmira Daily Advertiser described Maple Point as, "The cottage itself is a marvel of beauty, and the boat landing is covered by a neat pavilion, which makes it the handsomest dock on the lake." Patricia Taylor Wells delves into the history of a cottage called Maple Point, built in the late nineteenth century on Keuka Lake in the Finger Lakes region of upstate New York. She had been lucky enough to spend summers at Maple Point...
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Revised edition! People's Place Book #10. A sociologist provides a way to understand the Amish people's intentional way of living in a world far different from their own. Fun to read. How do the Amish thrive in the midst of modern life? Why do the Amish separate themselves from the modern world? Why do a religious people spurn religious symbols and church buildings? Why is humility a cherished value? Why do a gentle people shun disobedient members?...
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Lonely Planet's Pocket New York City is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life-neighborhood by neighborhood. Take in the views from the Empire State Building, relax in Central Park and take in art and antiquities at the Met; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of New York City and make the most of your trip!
Inside Lonely Planet's Pocket New York City:
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Embark on a captivating journey through the vibrant streets of New York City in our comprehensive guide, "Urban Exploration - New York." This immersive eBook takes you beyond the well-trodden tourist paths, inviting you to explore the city's hidden gems, embrace its local culture, and uncover the unique neighborhoods that define the Big Apple.Dive into the heart of New York City with a thorough exploration of Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island, Harlem,...
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Lonely Planet's New York City is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the city has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Catch a show on Broadway, climb to the top of the Empire State Building and discover history on Ellis Island; all with your trusted travel companion.
Inside Lonely Planet's New York City Travel Guide:
Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the...
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This historical guide reveals the events, architecture and personalities that make SoHo one of Manhattan's most storied neighborhoods.
SoHo-short for South of Houston-is a world-famous tourist destination known for its high-end fashion boutiques, innovative restaurants, and gorgeous loft apartments. But, these modern luxuries are intermingled with a rich history that can still be seen in the neighborhood's architecture and Belgian block side streets....
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