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Downtown Local

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Tired of handwringing reports about "lost" and "disappearing" New York? These dispatches show a different side of the city—resilient and flourishing despite the naysayers and high rent. Like a modern-day Joseph Mitchell, Cometbus visits projectionists studying Chinese in their booths, prophets whose pulpits are illegal sublets,... Read More
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Tired of handwringing reports about "lost" and "disappearing" New York? These dispatches show a different side of the city—resilient and flourishing despite the naysayers and high rent.

Like a modern-day Joseph Mitchell, Cometbus visits projectionists studying Chinese in their booths, prophets whose pulpits are illegal sublets, and personal assistants who rule the roost once their bosses are out of sight. Readers get a tour of the downtown photographers and the uptown UN missions, complete with a survey of their trash.

Punk scientists make their living counting cards at casinos while Albanian waiters keep hidden horseshoe diners open all night. Cover art by Eisner Award winner Nate Powell.

This captivating narrative can be found in Downtown Local by Aaron Cometbus, showcasing his unique perspective on the bustling life of New York City.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9798887441092

Publisher: PM Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 March 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: PM Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 114.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 128

About the Author

Aaron Cometbus has written seven novels and published the fanzine Cometbus since 1981.

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