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New York City The Birthplace of Icons
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Description
New York City isn't just a place-it's a birthplace of ideas, sounds, and movements that shaped humanity. This engaging cultural guide celebrates the remarkable individuals born in NYC's five boroughs who went on to change the world: from Jonas Salk developing the polio vaccine in laboratories funded by his City College education, to hip-hop pioneers transforming music from Bronx block parties, to James Baldwin giving voice to the struggle for justice from his Harlem roots.
Organized by category-including innovators, scientists, music legends, entertainment icons, civil rights activists, artists, athletes, and business leaders-this illustrated guide connects readers to the streets, neighborhoods, and cultural movements that continue to define New York's unparalleled creative spirit.
Product details
- Number of Pages:
- 64
- Release Date:
- 2025-11-15
- Publication Date:
- 2025-11-15
- Publisher:
- Artisanal Prints
- Languages:
- Original: English
- ISBN13:
- 9798218816322
- GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
- [email protected]
- Weight:
- 258 g
- Height:
- 15.7 cm
- Width:
- 23.5 cm
- Thickness:
- 0.8 cm
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