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The View from the 86th Floor: The Empire State Building and New York City

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The View from the 86th Floor: The Empire State Building and New York City - Thryft
The View from the 86th Floor: The Empire State Building and New York City - Thryft

Scholarly perspective on Empire State Building lore.

If you've ever gazed up at the Empire State Building and felt a sense of awe, this book is for you. John Tauranac's expertise gives you more than just facts—it offers a deep understanding that connects you to the heart of New York City. His thorough approach will transform your admiration into knowledge, making your next view from the ground or the 86th floor a more enriching experience.

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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The View from the 86th Floor: The Empire State Building and New York City

RM34.00 MYR Now RM15.00 MYR Save 56%
ISBN: 9781878892140
Related Collections: Travel, History
Related Topics: History, Travelogue, World History, American History, Historical

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"There are a lot of books available about the ESB, its history, its construction and its significance. However, John Tauranac is considered an expert and his work is one that must be in the library of every serious collector of Empire State Building volumes. His scholarly and historic views give a depth and perspective to the building and surrounding New York City in a way that is unmatched in other books... Kim Seale"


Author: John Tauranac
Publication Date: 2004
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Scholarly perspective on Empire State Building lore.

If you've ever gazed up at the Empire State Building and felt a sense of awe, this book is for you. John Tauranac's expertise gives you more than just facts—it offers a deep understanding that connects you to the heart of New York City. His thorough approach will transform your admiration into knowledge, making your next view from the ground or the 86th floor a more enriching experience.

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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