It Happened in New York

von Fran Capo, Frank Borzellieri

178 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

True Tales from New York's PastFrom Beatlemania at Shea Stadium to the hoax of the Cardiff Giant, It Happened in New York gives readers a unique look at intriguing people and episodes from the history of the Empire State.Meet the young Polio Pioneers and Dr. Jonas Salk, who developed, tested, and refined the vaccine that has saved the lives of millions. Discover why a peach provoked a three-day war in Manhattan. And learn how erosion and rock slides at Niagara Falls nearly destroyed one of America's most beloved attractions.Newly revised and updated, this book features thirty lively stories written for history buffs of all ages.

• Reihe: It Happened In Series
• Themen: Lifestyle, Hobbys und Freizeit Heimatkunde, Familiengeschichte, Nostalgie Heimatkunde
• ISBN: 9780762742493
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 01.10.2006
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: TwoDot