The WPA Guide to New York City by William H. Whyte | 1930's New York | NYC Memorabilia
The WPA Guide to New York City by William H. Whyte | 1930's New York | NYC Memorabilia
This tour guide for time travelers offers New York lovers and 1930s buffs an endlessly fascinating look at life as it was lived in the days when a trolley ride cost five cents, a room at the Plaza was $7.50, and the new World's Fair was the talk of the town.
About the author: William Hollingsworth "Holly" Whyte Jr. was an American urbanist, sociologist, organizational analyst, journalist and people-watcher. He identified the elements that create vibrant public spaces within the city and filmed a variety of urban plazas in New York City in the 1970s.
Condition: This book is in good vintage condition! Some signs of dirt on the front and back cover but not much. The pages also have old stains but they are still very much held together nicely. See photos for reference.
Dimensions: 5 1/2 inches by 8 1/2 inches tall
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