New York churns at a relentless pace. It is constantly being rebuilt torn down & rebuilt again to make way for the next era of commerce & culture. But it is truly the sum of its neighborhoods all of which offer a different perspective on the history & attitude of the city each of which is best explored on foot. Secret New York" delves below the surface of this vibrant city into the areas that shape New York with walking tours that consider both the prominent buildings of the skyline & the hidden gems within the grid. Navigating a city on foot is the most tangible way to discover its secrets & as a pedestrian city New York lends itself to exploration more than most. As one of the first major cities of the United States New York offers a glimpse of the country's early history & as its most international city New York combines the best of the world's art food & way of life. This book offers a great introduction to New York & its outer boroughs as well as a deeper look at the areas that fall below the radar of traditional guidebooks. Full-color photographs capture the treasures tucked behind every corner while clear easy-to-follow route maps highlight places of special interest. For travellers who want to gain familiarity with the city's more peculiar hidden life this book offers a rare perspective of a remarkable place."