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Letters of Note: New York

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In Letters of Note: New York, Shaun Usher compiles a fascinating collection of letters that capture the diverse essence and history of New York City. Each letter, penned by a variety of notable figures, offers unique insights into the city's cultural, social, and historical tapestry. It's a heartwarming and illuminating journey through time, featuring the voices that have shaped and been shaped by this iconic metropolis.
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You might enjoy this book if you are fascinated by personal stories and intimate glimpses into history. It offers a captivating collection of letters that capture the spirit and history of one of the world’s most iconic cities, providing a unique lens into the lives and emotions of the people connected to it.

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Letters of Note: New York

A compulsive collection of the world's most entertaining, inspiring and powerful letters with New York at their heart, curated by the founder of the global phenomenon lettersofnote.com

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In Letters of Note: New York, Shaun Usher curates a collection of extraordinary written exchanges about the Big Apple, from the marvelling of wide-eyed newcomers and the devoted outpourings of native citizens, to the frustrated outcries of the dispossessed and the fond reminiscences of old-timers.

Includes letters by:

Italo Calvino, Ralph Ellison, Kahlil Gibran, Bianca Jagger, Helen Keller, Martin Scorsese, Saum Song Bo, Anais Nin & many more.

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Letters of Note: New York by Shaun Usher is praised for its delightful and addictive collection that reads like a box of assorted chocolates. Readers appreciate the beautifully presented compilation of letters, with each page delivering surprise and pleasure, making it hard to resist. The book stands out as an inspiring and extraordinary experience, with letters that range from funny to tragic, offering something for every emotional palette.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781786895400

Publisher: Canongate Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 May 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Canongate Books

Edition: Main

Contributors:

  • Compiled by Shaun Usher

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 111.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 101g

Pages: 144

About the Author

Shaun Usher is a writer and sole custodian of the popular blogs lettersofnote.com and listsofnote.com. He has transformed both blogs into bestselling books, crowd-funded by Unbound and jointly published by Unbound and Canongate. He lives in Wilmslow with his wife Karina and their two sons. He is the author of the bestselling Letters of Note, More Letters of Note,Lists of Note and Speeches of Note. Along with Simon Garfield's To the Letter, Letters of Note inspired Letters Live, a series of live performances celebrating the enduring power of literary correspondence, with great performers reading remarkable letters to a live audience.

lettersofnote.com | shaunusher.com | letterslive.com | @LettersOfNote

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