This richly nostalgic volume highlights some of the mostextraordinary periods of New York City�s history; including the first decade of the 20th century; the Roaring Twenties; and the later years that led to the Great Depression and World War II. Abounding with evocative period photography;Manhattan Street Scenes invites readers into an age when no man walked the streets without wearing a hat; when buying liquor was illegal; when vaudeville and Broadway theaters were aglitter with stars and wildly popular songs; and when the city�s streets teemed with motorcars such as Packards; Studebackers; and Dusenbergs. Additionally; the inclusion of rare; never before published police and crime photography enhances the charm of this volume.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A monumental trilogyBy RoselovrI am posting this review in three places because these are three 5-star books that I believe should all be read in conjunction: Bayreuth - A History of the Wagner Festival. by Frederic Spotts; Wagner and the Art of the Theater. by Patrick Carnegy; and The Wagner Clan. by Jonathan Carr. All three tell a story about the same time period. each from a different point of view. so that having read all three you have a multi-dimensional view of essentially the same topic. What makes each book outstanding in its own right and even more worthwhile when read together is the historical. political and social perspective that the authors incorporate in each book. Since no one comes to the subject of Wagner without preconceived notions I cannot say that each book isnt without its biases. however regardless of your point of view before you read these books they will provide insight and perspective.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Chatty!! Gossipy!!By MADELEINE N. TIKTINThis little gem not only has interesting photographs of the Wagner "Clan." but also reads like "The Enquirer--" fun and with verse that has verve.I enjoyed it!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. ExcellentBy GuiraudExcellent book. well written with many interesting stories which are not so well known. Fascinating explanations of the politics involved with the music and the family.
