Books matching: cultural landscape of new york city
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Save:Improbable as it may seem, photographer Robert Mapplethorpe and rock icon Patti Smith were the closest of friends from the time they arrived in Manhattan in the late 1960s. This memoir is about their friendship, their artistic coming of age, and a very particular time and place, Manhattan in the late 60s and early 70s. Patti Smith's writing has a very poetic quality to it, unsurprisingly, being an incredible lyricist and poet. The book delves into the NYC art scene of the late 60's and early 70s, providing a glimpse into the artistic and cultural time of that era.
WHEN I WAS VERY YOUNG, MY MOTHER TOOK ME FOR walks in Humboldt Park, along the edge of the Prairie River. I have vague memories, like impressions on glass plates, of an old boathouse, a circular band ... - #2
Save:The Dearly Beloved by Cara Wall is a character-driven novel that follows the intertwined lives of two Presbyterian ministers, James and Charles, and their respective wives, Nan and Lily. Set in the late 1950s and early 1960s in New York City, the story delves into themes of faith, marriage, friendship, and personal struggles. The narrative explores the complexities of relationships, belief systems, and the challenges faced by the characters over the span of several decades. Wall's writing style is described as quiet, character-driven, and engaging, with a focus on portraying the evolving dynamics among the four main characters.
On both his mother’s and his father’s side, Charles Barrett was descended from old Boston families. His father was the head of the Classics Department at Harvard, where he taught seminars on the Roman... - #3
Save:Lush Life by Richard Price is a gritty murder mystery set in the Lower East Side of Manhattan, where the lines between criminals, police, and the wealthy are blurred. The story unfolds through dialogue, primarily focusing on a police investigation following a brutal murder. The characters are richly detailed, and the narrative delves into themes of urban decay, social commentary, and the complexities of human relationships.
The writing style in Lush Life is praised for its realistic dialogue, vivid portrayal of New York City, and its ability to immerse readers into the lives of flawed characters. The book offers a glimpse into the interconnected lives of cops, robbers, hipsters, and immigrants, painting a picture of a vibrant yet troubled urban landscape.
When he had first moved down here eight years ago, he was seized with the notion of the Lower East Side as haunted, and on rare days like today, a simple walk like this could still bring back his fasc...
