Gothamist Book Recommendations & Book Mentions
This list consists of recommendations or mentions of books spotted in media, social media accounts, podcasts or other public websites.
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Twas the Night Before Christmas
Clement C. MooreGothamistA Chelsea brownstone has put up a holiday tribute to Clement C. Moore, the man who allegedly wrote "Twas the night before Christmas" there. https://t.co/Lqw19jKiva
Board Book, 2017
$9.99Member price:$4.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Rip Van Winkle
Washington IrvingGothamistIf you've ever wondered how the New York Knicks got their name, it turns out it all began with author Washington Irving, famous for "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" and "Rip Van Winkle." https://t.co/6RP4jGiJ0C
Paperback, 2009
$8.99Member price:$8.09 + Free shipping10% off
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
Washington IrvingGothamistIf you've ever wondered how the New York Knicks got their name, it turns out it all began with author Washington Irving, famous for "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" and "Rip Van Winkle." https://t.co/6RP4jGiJ0C
Paperback, Mass Market, 1991
$4.99Member price:$2.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Sofreh: A Contemporary Approach to Classic Persian Cuisine: A Cookbook
Nasim AlikhaniGothamistSince her restaurant Sofreh debuted in 2018, Chef Nasim Alikhani has cooked for the Met Gala, the White House, and now she’s off to the James Beard Awards, where she’s nominated for Best Chef in New York. https://t.co/tFO1mCkPVp
Hardcover, 2023
$40.00Member price:$20.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
'Twas the Night Before Christmas: Read-Aloud Christmas Storybook for Families with a Seek-And-Find Twist, Christmas Picture Book with Over 120 Hidden
Clement C. MooreGothamistA Chelsea brownstone has put up a holiday tribute to Clement C. Moore, the man who allegedly wrote "Twas the night before Christmas" there. https://t.co/Lqw19jKiva
Hardcover, 2019
$14.99Member price:$7.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
'Twas The Night Before Christmas
Clement C. MooreGothamistA Chelsea brownstone has put up a holiday tribute to Clement C. Moore, the man who allegedly wrote "Twas the night before Christmas" there. https://t.co/Lqw19jKiva
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George Washington: A Collection
George WashingtonGothamistA collection of more than 300 presidential campaign artifacts — from brass buttons George Washington wore at his inauguration to condoms bearing images of the 2016 candidates — are on display at a new museum exhibit called “Hail to Chief” on Long Island. https://t.co/oBuEjiZMYM
Paperback, 1988
$14.50Member price:$7.25 + Free shipping50% off your first book
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
Betty SmithGothamistThe central character of “Becomes a Woman,” is named Francie Nolan — the same name as the protagonist of “A Tree Grows in Brooklyn." It's not exactly a coincidence. Betty Smith wrote both, and the play is making its world-premiere after 93 years. https://t.co/gEV5PU2n8M
Paperback, 2005
$18.99Member price:$9.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Bill Cunningham: On the Street: Five Decades of Iconic Photography
New York TimesGothamistThe Adams administration is pushing back the times when trash can be put out on the street — a significant shift that New York City leaders hope will lead to cleaner streets and curtail the scourge of rats plaguing New Yorkers in recent years. https://t.co/gAyQwsFFL9
Hardcover, 2019
$65.00Member price:$40.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book(max discount $25)
ON PAUSE: Three Months that Changed New York
Charlie BennetGothamistMarking the second anniversary of NYC going "on PAUSE" to combat the coronavirus, photographer Charlie Bennet and journalist Helena Gustavsson discuss their recent book documenting the haunting start of the pandemic, in images and words. https://t.co/u11ktyUigP
Hardcover, 2021
$60.00Member price:$35.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book(max discount $25)