How to Read New York: A Crash Course in Big Apple Architecture [Paperback]

Essential reading for both native New Yorkers and tourists alike,How to Read New Yorkunveils the boundless diversity of Gotham’s architectural wonders. Covering every era of New York architecture—from what remains of the colonial days to the latest postmodern skyscraper—this unique guidebook illuminates the fascinating architectural and urban history of New York.  

Organized chronologically and by architectural style, the book covers key highlights of the built environment from the Battery to Inwood. Many of the skyline’s most iconic buildings are included, along with many lesser-known buildings that are architecturally interesting. Charmingly illustrated with 430 line drawings and vintage engravings that bring old New York to life, the book concludes with a map section that suggests themed walking tours. We cannot think of a more civilized tour guide than a lovely Rizzoli book!...Whom You KnowHighly RecommendsHow to Read New York! It's just perfect for a city stroll in this lovely mild winter. ~Whom You Know

If you are a resident of New York, a first-time visitor or an enthusiast of architecture, be sure to check outHow To Read New Yorkas it is the perfect travel sized guide for taking your own architectural journey in the forever growing city of New York. ~Downtown
Will Jonesis a journalist and writer based in Ontario specializing in architecture and design. His articles have appeared inRIBA Journal, the Financial Times, Blueprint,andDwell. His previous books includeUnbuilt Masterworks of the 21st CenturyandNew York: City Monograph.CN