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The Bowery Boys: Adventures in Old New York: An Unconventional Exploration of Manhattan's Historic Neighborhoods, Secret Spots and Colorful Characters Paperback – June 21, 2022

by Greg Young (Author), Tom Meyers (Author)
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Discover the hidden side of New York City history with the official companion to the wildly popular, award-winning podcast, The Bowery Boys, that the New York Times calls “among the best city-centric series.”

The Bowery Boys podcast is a phenomenon, thrilling audiences each month with one amazing story after the next. Now, in their first-ever book, the duo gives you an exclusive personal tour through New York’s old cobblestone streets and gas-lit back alleyways. Featuring fascinating guides to:

Hell's Kitchen and Columbus Circle
The Bowery and Astor Place
Tribeca and Foley Square
Chinatown and Little Italy
. . . and all the rest of New York!
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"Lately, I’ve turned to the characteristic wit of the podcast duo Greg Young and Tom Meyers to color in the rest of the neighborhood for me, as well as all of Manhattan, for that matter." -- Jeremy Allen ― The New York Times

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Greg Young is one of the co-founders of the incredibly popular New York City history podcast, The Bowery Boys. He lives in New York City.

Tom Meyers is one of the co-founders of the incredibly popular New York City history podcast, The Bowery Boys. He lives in New York City.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 1612435572
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Ulysses Press (June 21, 2022)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 528 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9781612435572
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1612435572
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.85 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1.19 x 9 inches
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    Greg Young is the co-host of the Bowery Boys: New York City history podcast with Tom Meyers and author of the Bowery Boys History blog. You can hear the Bowery Boys explore the various corners of the Big Apple's big history -- from the early days of the Revolutionary War to the seedy times of 1970s Times Square -- by subscribing to their podcast. Greg was born in the Ozarks and vows one day to drive the entirety of Route 66 while wearing a Superman costume.

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    Tom Meyers co-hosts the Bowery Boys New York City History Podcast with Greg Young. Subscribe to their free bi-weekly podcast through iTunes to hear the duo recount stories of New York's never-dull past. Tom is also the editor of EuroCheapo.com, a guide to affordable travel in Europe, and might very well hold a record for the number of budget hotels inspected and reviewed.

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William Pate
5.0 out of 5 stars History and Travel Combined In the Best Possible Way
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2016
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When The Bowery Boys released "Adventures in Old New York," the only real question was whether this first book could live up to their widely acclaimed podcast on New York City history. No worries; it does on every count.

"Adventures in Old New York" is a history book-tourist guide hybrid that's something I haven't seen before. Dividing Manhattan into neighborhoods from New York Harbor at the tip of the island to Washington Heights and Inwood at the top, authors Greg Young and Tom Meyers illuminate each area with a main article of special interest before highlighting many of their own favorite locations — complete with a map, addresses, photos and plenty of their trademark puns.

This book covers a lot of ground — literally and figuratively. Architecture. Food. Events. Social movements. Unusual personalities. And it won't surprise anyone familiar with the podcast that there's no shortage of oddities you'll find only in New York City. (What about a statue of Vladimir Lenin hailing a cab atop the Red Square Apartments and next to a clock with numbers in random order?) It's all here with a historical twist, so there's surely something for everyone.

If you're interested in either history or New York City, it will be hard not to love this book. If you're into both, it's a slam dunk. "Adventures in Old New York" is an engaging read that's just as easy to enjoy in short spurts as it is over a long, leisurely read.

But best of all, The Bowery Boys' book captures the light and joyful spirit of their podcast from the very first story about Straus Square, which weaves interesting history with the contemporary setting and spices it up with fun personal insights and stories.

I don't live in the city, but visit a lot, and I'll be carrying "Adventures in Old New York" with me. (Given its 500 pages, probably for many years to come.) The book has already helped me understand and appreciate places I've passed many times before without giving them much thought. My only hope is that the publisher will release an e-book as well. Because while I'd not give any of those 500 pages back, my iPhone is definitely a whole lot lighter.
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Lee
5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommend!
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2016
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I recently started listening to the podcast the Bowery Boys, and really enjoy listening to them. They mentioned the release of their new book and I decided to buy it, because I thought if it’s anything like the podcast I knew I would like it.
This book covers all of the different neighborhoods in Manhattan. I love all the history of New York in each area. The book flows easily and is very enjoyable to read, it like the guys are talking to you like in the podcast.
I love the point of interest “stand here” it’s would be just mind boggling to stand there and look around and think about all the history that just passed by.
The next time I go to New York I will take this book as a sight-seeing guide, just like a Rick Steve’s tour guide books. I highly recommend if you enjoy history or planning to head out to New York.
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Xan. Belzley
5.0 out of 5 stars I had a wonderful time learning about the different neighborhoods in New York ...
Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2016
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I only wish I'd read this while I still lived in New York! I had a wonderful time learning about the different neighborhoods in New York with this well organized and attractive book. I experienced the book and the podcast in reverse order--I'd heard the podcast recommended to me, but am just now starting to check it out. I think the book is much more up my alley because I can use it as I visit New York again in the near future, and flip to the section with the neighborhood I'm in. I think this book would be a great addition to the bookshelf of anyone newly relocating in NYC, whether from out of town or from another neighborhood. I also think it would be great for anyone interested in Hamilton the musical, because both have such a strong basis in New York history. Definitely glad I picked this up!
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JQ
4.0 out of 5 stars ... is an interesting book because it tackles the usually boring topic of history and turns it into an interesting ...
Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2016
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The Bowery Boys is an interesting book because it tackles the usually boring topic of history and turns it into an interesting read. If you're interested in learning more about New York and the history around New York neighborhoods this will be an interesting read for you. What's amazing is the amount of depth that the Bowery Boys go into with each individual neighborhood. In addition to history about each neighborhood, each neighborhood also has what I think is equivariant to a walking tour. Sections in the book will take you step by step throughout that specific neighborhood intertwining history, maps, and images. If you're looking for a book that can take history and give it to a reader in a digestible form, this is the book for you.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful Journey Through NYC
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2016
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I bought this book on a whim, with no prior knowledge of the podcast and it was still delightful. It's like taking a walking tour of New York City but you don't have to buy a plane ticket, or leave your couch, plus you can take as many breaks and snacks as you like! If you are the sort of person who likes to know fun facts at parties this will give you quite as a few - or if you like to know where people are getting their fun facts at parties-. It's a hearty book that made the history buff in me happy, and if you like learning about the big, small and bizarre things that make a city great I'd recommend it. I have the kindle version, but I'd also think this book would make a pretty nice table topper as well. Enjoy!
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Wendy Valderman
5.0 out of 5 stars Do New York the Right Way
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2016
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If you're expecting a run of the mill guide book you'll be very surprised to find this delightful book. Often with books of this sort you sometimes get a very impersonal lists of locations and "fun facts", however Greg Young and Tom Meyers have crafted an intimate and unique book about Old Manhattan that will offer both potential visitors and current residents an abundance of information, going deep into the history and movements that shaped New York into what it is today. Those who have never visited will receive an engaging tour of old Manhattan that will feel like going through a time machine. This book is filled with a plethora of locations and history about this often visited city and those who call New York their home will likely gain a new appreciation for it.
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Ian M
5.0 out of 5 stars but so far so good. It'll be a great reference book to use ...
Reviewed in Canada on October 30, 2017
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Still reading it, but so far so good. It'll be a great reference book to use when visiting NYC or to brush up on various aspects and historical places in the city.
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francesco dal lago
5.0 out of 5 stars Such an incredible bundle of stories!
Reviewed in Germany on November 22, 2018
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The item was delivered on time, perfect quality, keep up with the good job guys
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Aaron Aardvark
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book, shame about the layout
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 29, 2016
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Great book, but it is unlike the podcasts in that it is more factual, the humour and passion is somewhat diluted. More of a run of the mill potted of the city history area by area, but still a good one at that.

I won't let it detract from the stars, but it is a shame so many of the numerous, extremely high quality pictures overlap very badly with the text, making a fair portion of the words difficult / impossible to read. Hopefully this will be corrected given time.
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J Powell
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book with interesting insight to NYC
Reviewed in Canada on March 20, 2018
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Great book with interesting insight to NYC. Perfect book for those travelling to New York and wanting a little more info.
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David Pidduck
5.0 out of 5 stars Crammed full of information- an essential read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 4, 2016
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Absolutely fabulous book, if you are lucky enough to live there, then it will surprise you how much is going on around your feet that you didn't know off.
If you are a tourist or lover of New York then this is essential reading with Google Maps to situate the reader.
Brilliantly written full of information it is highly recommended, as are their podcasts
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