The City Beneath Us: Building the New York Subway
by New York Transit Museum, Vivian Heller
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Author: New York Transit Museum, Vivian HellerEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2004-12
ISBN: 0393057976
Number of pages: 224
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Book Reviews of The City Beneath Us: Building the New York Subway
Book Review: Not as impressed as I thought I'd be
Summary: 5 Stars
I had high hopes for this book, after several delays and all the hype. But I was somewhat disappointed by the very poor quality of materials (especially the dustjacket), despite it being printed in Italy. The photos are worth 5 stars, but I expected more of them and a more coherent presentation. There are plenty of good histories of the NYC Subway--this book was supposed to be a treasure trove of photos.
I also think this book would have been more impressive if it were a larger format.
Summary of The City Beneath Us: Building the New York Subway
Drawn from a newly discovered cache of 8 x 10-inch glass negatives, these images show the incredible construction techniques and details involved in creating the underground marvel that is today's New York subway. From "cut and cover", sinking under-river tubes and disastrous cave-ins, the photographs are awe-inspiring. The pictures are accompanied by an engaging history of the subway system.State & Local Books
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