Robert Moses: Master Builder of New York City
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Urban planner's colossal impact on New York.
If you're drawn to the intricacies of how cities are transformed, "Robert Moses: Master Builder of New York City" will captivate you. It's a deep dive into the sheer scale of Moses' influence on NYC's landscape. This graphic novel isn't just about the physical structures but also the power dynamics and social engineering that have left a lasting legacy on the city's fabric. It's a gripping narrative for anyone fascinated by urban development and history.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Robert Moses: Master Builder of New York City
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ISBN: 9781907704963
Publisher: Nobrow
Date of Publication: 2014-12-23
Format: Hardcover
Goodreads rating: 3.33
(rated by 608 readers)
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THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! From the subway to the skyscraper, from Manhattan’s financial district to the Long Island suburbs, every inch of New York tells the story of one man, Robert Moses, the architect who designed it all. Now, in Pierre Christin and Olivier Balez's new graphic biography, the rest of Robert’s story will be told.
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Urban planner's colossal impact on New York.
If you're drawn to the intricacies of how cities are transformed, "Robert Moses: Master Builder of New York City" will captivate you. It's a deep dive into the sheer scale of Moses' influence on NYC's landscape. This graphic novel isn't just about the physical structures but also the power dynamics and social engineering that have left a lasting legacy on the city's fabric. It's a gripping narrative for anyone fascinated by urban development and history.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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