New York Offbeat Walks
New York Offbeat Walks by Stephen Millar, published by Museyon on October 3, 2022, is a unique exploration of Manhattan that diverges from traditional guidebooks. This 415-page edition invites readers to discover the city’s quirky side, highlighting lesser-known architectural, historical, and cultural landmarks. From the site of Studio 54 to the locations featured in iconic films, this book provides a fresh perspective on familiar surroundings.
Readers will find a collection of walks that cover intriguing anecdotes and insights into the city’s past, including its social and cultural evolution. The book emphasizes themes of architecture, history, and urban exploration, making it a valuable resource for both locals and visitors. With its compact size, this guide is designed for easy portability, allowing for spontaneous adventures throughout the city.
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This is NOT your typical guide–this book will show you the quirkier side of Manhattan. See where the slave market was in Colonial Manhattan, learn who the streets were named after, visit the site of Studio 54, CGBGs, William S. Burroughs’ Bunker, and John Lennon’s Nutopia, see the locations you’ll recognize from The Godfather (1972), When Harry Met Sally (1989), The Devil Wears Prada (2006), and places where other famous movies were filmed, visit everything from tiny community gardens to skyscrapers beloved by billionaires . . .
Each walk covers lesser-known architectural, historical, and cultural highlights.
Five reasons to buy this book:
- a must for native New Yorkers who want to be informed about their city
- introduces movies that have become an important part of the history of NYC
- fits in your pocket so it’s easy to start walks anywhere and anytime
- filled with fascinating anecdotes told with a hint of NYC sarcasm and humor
- contains 12 walks that will make you feel much fitter and smarter when you finish!
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