{"title":"William J. Hennessey","description":"\u003cp\u003eWilliam J. Hennessey's works invite readers into the vibrant world of urban culture and artistic expression. With a keen eye for detail and a rich narrative style, his books explore the dynamic intersections of city life and creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect insightful reflections on art, society, and the unique stories that shape cultural landscapes. His writing captures the essence of place and the pulse of contemporary arts, making it a compelling choice for enthusiasts of \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fifth-avenue-by-william-j-hennessey-9781580936071","title":"Fifth Avenue","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFifth Avenue\u003c\/em\u003e encapsulates the architectural and social history of New York's most elegant and glamorous street in six walks that guide readers from the Washington Square Arch in Greenwich Village to Marcus Garvey Park in Harlem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFifth Avenue\u003c\/em\u003e offers readers an architectural tour of Fifth Avenue, stopping at the city's major monuments—the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, Saint Patrick's Cathedral—as well as the luxurious glamour of Tiffany's, Cartier, and the Plaza Hotel and the art treasures of Museum Mile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough six structured walks, the book not only presents the history of New York's most famous avenue, but also explores its architecture in depth, block by block, building by building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a book about what can be seen and experienced on Fifth Avenue today. Buildings are chosen for discussion first and foremost because they are interesting to look at. In a relaxed and engaging style, the author presents the building's story, explores the reasons why it is there, and explains why it looks the way it does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlong the way, the reader not only has the chance to discover fascinating and unusual buildings, but also gains a comprehensive understanding of the historic, social, economic, and political forces that shaped Fifth Avenue's growth and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47430688997612,"sku":"9781580936071","price":60.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781580936071.jpg?v=1774558721"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/william-j-hennessey.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}