Provides a colorful overview to the history of Manhattan Island and the transformation it has undergone in size and stature throughout the years, from a patch of land owned by the Native Americans to the bustling American city it is today.
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Laura Vila studied art at the Art Institute of Chicago and the Pratt Institute. She lives in New York City, and this is her first book.
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Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Good. A picture book for city lovers everywhere Vibrant illustrations and a spare text come together in this striking picture book to tell the story of the building of Manhattan. There was a time when the city was little more than an undeveloped island. But as the small patch of land shifted from Native American to Dutch to English to American hands, it was built, layer on top of layer, into the bustling metropolis it is today. With illustrations so detailed that one look just won't be enough, this book explores the city's many layers and shows they?re still visible, as long as you know where to look A time line and bibliography are included. Seller Inventory # 00100243293
Seller: Greenworld Books, Arlington, TX, U.S.A.
Condition: very_good. Fast Free Shipping â" Very Good condition book with a firm cover and clean pages. Shows normal use and some light wear or limited notes markings. A solid, nice copy to enjoy. Seller Inventory # GWV.0670062847.VG
Seller: Bay State Book Company, North Smithfield, RI, U.S.A.
Condition: good. The book is in good condition with all pages and cover intact, including the dust jacket if originally issued. The spine may show light wear. Pages may contain some notes or highlighting, and there might be a "From the library of" label. Boxed set packaging, shrink wrap, or included media like CDs may be missing. Seller Inventory # BSM.182ZE
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: As New. No Jacket. Pages are clean and are not marred by notes or folds of any kind. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0670062847I2N00
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0670062847I4N00
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. 1st. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 3369841-75
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. 1st. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # GRP102628895
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Good. A picture book for city lovers everywhere Vibrant illustrations and a spare text come together in this striking picture book to tell the story of the building of Manhattan. There was a time when the city was little more than an undeveloped island. But as the small patch of land shifted from Native American to Dutch to English to American hands, it was built, layer on top of layer, into the bustling metropolis it is today. With illustrations so detailed that one look just won't be enough, this book explores the city's many layers and shows they?re still visible, as long as you know where to look A time line and bibliography are included. Seller Inventory # CIN0670062847G
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Condition: Good. 1st. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 3369841-75
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Seller: Tacoma Book Center, Tacoma, WA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. First Edition. ISBN 9780670062843. Hardcover copy in near fine condition with near fine dustjacket. Oversized book. Cubicle 4, Bookcase 7. First Edition. Dustjacket included. Seller Inventory # 2002805