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At the Plaza: An Illustrated History of the World’s Most Famous Hotel

Saturday, January 30th, 2010

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At The Plaza is a pictorial record and an anecdotal history of the world's most famous hotel: New York's Plaza. As a story, it traverses the breadth and scope of Gotham's high society during the American Century. As a photo collection, it's like no other, capturing the hotel's remarkable presence on the ever-changing New York scene. For almost o[Read More]

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Hotel: An American History

Monday, January 11th, 2010
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When George Washington embarked on his presidential tours of 1789–91, the rudimentary inns and taverns of the day suddenly seemed dismally inadequate. But within a decade, Americans had built the first hotels—large and elegant structures that boasted private bedchambers and grand public ballrooms. This book recounts the enthralling history of t[Read More]

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The Willard Hotel: An Illustrated History

Saturday, December 5th, 2009
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This magnificent book is truly the definitive text of this hotel from 1818-1986. From its birth to near destruction to a splendid rebirth in 1986, the book traces its history through prose and hundreds of old, historic photos, prints and etchings, photos of the actual restoration, plus 16 pages of exquisite color photographs.

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At the Plaza: An Illustrated History of the World’s Most Famous Hotel

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009
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At The Plaza is a pictorial record and an anecdotal history of the world's most famous hotel: New York's Plaza. As a story, it traverses the breadth and scope of Gotham's high society during the American Century. As a photo collection, it's like no other, capturing the hotel's remarkable presence on the ever-changing New York scene. For almost o[Read More]

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Everything Family Guide to the Disneyland Resort, California Adventure, Universal Studios, and the Anaheim Area: A complete guide to the best hotels, restaurants, … attractions (Everything: Travel and History)

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009
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If your idea of the perfect vacation involves sunny days, thrilling rides, and movie magic, The Everything Family Guide to the Disneyland Resort, California Adventure, Universal Studios, and the Anaheim Area, 2nd Edition will help you make the most of your trip out West. Containing the most up-to-date, accurate information, this family-focu[Read More]

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