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Bricks and Brownstone: The New York Townhouse 1783-1929 (Classical America Series in Art and Architecture)

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there isn't a better book on this subject. I'm a Real Estate professional at Stribling & Associates. As such, I'm in and out of townhouses nearly on a daily basis. I have found this book to be an invaluable reference, as well as a joy to read. There's a tremendous amount of information contained in one place. Even those who already have great deal of knowledge, will discover new things in every chapter. I highly recommend this book to townhouse owners, prospective customers, & architects. Additionally, Historians or anyone with a love for, or interest in, the history of the City of New York will benefit greatly, as housing is an integral part of life in the world's greatest metropolis. --Jamie

Simply a fantastic book on a most deserving subject. The author captures what makes NYC's brownstones so saught after and prized. New York City is blessed with an embarassment of rich's when it comes to classic townhomes and brownstones and they are given a scholarly treatment here. I highly recommend this book to anyone with any interest in classic row houses, fine architecture and craftsmanship, or just enjoy great books in general, you won't be disappointed.

I am a fan of row-houses and row-house historic districts and this book was like candy for me. Not only are there lots of great pictures, there is also a wealth of information about the history behind the design and layout of the houses. It also includes 14 walking tours of historic districts. It's great.

I bought this for a gift for a friend of mine who is in the market for a loft/townhome and he loves this book. I love coffee table books and would love to own it for myself. Highest recommendation :)

As a preservation contractor this book is a fantastic addition to my library.