ASSOULINE

Fifth Ave Book Fifth Ave In White

Imported, China. By Jay McInerney and Julie Satow. Hardcover. 288 pages. Imprint: Assouline. Measurements: Width: 9.75in / 25cm Height: 13in / 33cm Depth: 1.5in / 4cm

hardback ISBN: 9781649803993 Please refer to the Size & Fit tab to learn more about this item's dimensions.

With a unique blend of evocative storytelling and rich historical insight, this delightful volume offers a captivating exploration of Fifth Avenue's 200-year journey and transformation from its humble beginnings as a quiet residential street to its current status as a global icon of culture, wealth, and style. Fifth Avenue: 200 Years of Stories and Legends celebrates the vibrant history and ever- evolving charm of one of the world's most iconic streets. The visually stunning edition presents a breathtaking collection of images that bridge the past and present, showcasing a captivating journey through history. This book offers a panoramic view of Fifth Avenue's transformation from historic black- and-white photographs of horse-drawn carriages against the backdrop of grand mansions to modern-day street scenes bustling with energy. Each page captures the essence of the Avenue's cultural, architectural, and social significance, with archival photographs alongside contemporary images that bring its legacy to life. Fifth Avenue: 200 Years of Stories and Legends is more than just a tribute to New York's most celebrated thoroughfare. It is an immersive experience for lovers of history, architecture, and photography. This edition is a timeless piece for any collector, offering an unparalleled look at the street that has been a cornerstone of New York City for two centuries.

Evocative storytelling meets rich historical insight in this captivating title by Assouline. A deep exploration of Fifth Avenue uncovers the extraordinary 200-year transformation of a once quiet residential road into one of the world’s most iconic streets. 'Fifth Avenue: 200 Years of Stories and Legends' celebrates the history, culture and charm of this world-famous thoroughfare, synonymous with fashion, wealth and style. The title reveals the street’s many manifestations through time, and considers its constant reinvention. Through exceptional research, authors Jay McInerney and Julie Satow tell a deeper story of a place you thought you knew. This visually impressive volume includes showstopping images of past and present, creating an immersive reading experience to delight lovers of the city, and of history, art and architecture everywhere.

With a unique blend of evocative storytelling and rich historical insights, this delightful volume offers a compelling exploration of Fifth Avenue's 200 years of travel and transformation, from its humble beginnings as a quiet residential street to its current status as a global icon of culture, richness and style. Fifth Avenue: 200 years of stories and legends celebrates the vibrant history and ever-changing charm of one of the world's most iconic streets. The visually stunning edition features a breathtaking collection of images connecting the past and present, showing a captivating journey through history. This book offers a panoramic view of the transformation of Fifth Avenue, from historic black-and-white photographs of horse-drawn carriages against the backdrop of grand buildings to modern energetic street scenes. Each page captures the essence of Fifth Avenue's cultural, architectural and social significance, with archival photographs and contemporary images that bring its legacy to life. Fifth Avenue: 200 years of history and legend is more than just a tribute to New York's most famous street. It is an immersive experience for lovers of history, architecture and photography. This edition is a timeless piece for any collector, offering an unprecedented glimpse into the street that has been a New York City landmark for two centuries. ITEM CANNOT BE RETURNED Size & Fit: W 25 x H 33 x D 4 cm 288 pages Language: English Author: Jay McInerney, Julie Satow

Hardcover book Foreword by Jay McInerney Introduction by Julie Satow 288 pages; 213 illustrations Approx. 13"L x 9"W x 1.5"D Item Weight (Lbs.): 5.0 Made in Italy