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Hello, New York: An Illustrated Love Letter to the Five Boroughs

by Julia Rothman

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	144 pages
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A Literary and Artistic Tribute to New York City

New York City is a city of dreams, a city of possibilities, a city that never sleeps. It is a city that has inspired countless artists, writers, and musicians, and it is a city that is constantly changing and evolving.

In An Illustrated Love Letter to the Five Boroughs, author and illustrator Maira Kalman captures the beauty, diversity, and spirit of New York City through vibrant illustrations and lyrical prose. From the bustling streets of Manhattan to the quiet neighborhoods of Staten Island, Kalman explores all five boroughs, capturing the unique character of each one.

Kalman's illustrations are full of life and energy, and her prose is both witty and insightful. She writes about the city's iconic landmarks, its hidden gems, and its everyday people. She celebrates the city's diversity, its resilience, and its indomitable spirit.

An Illustrated Love Letter to the Five Boroughs is a must-have for anyone who loves New York City. It is a beautiful and inspiring book that will make you see the city in a whole new light.

Praise for An Illustrated Love Letter to the Five Boroughs

"Maira Kalman's An Illustrated Love Letter to the Five Boroughs is a delightful and insightful tribute to New York City. Kalman's illustrations are full of life and energy, and her prose is both witty and insightful. She captures the beauty, diversity, and spirit of the city in a way that is both personal and universal. This is a book that will be treasured by anyone who loves New York City."

—The New York Times Book Review

"Maira Kalman's An Illustrated Love Letter to the Five Boroughs is a love letter to New York City, and it is a love letter that is full of wit, charm, and insight. Kalman's illustrations are beautiful and her prose is lyrical. She captures the essence of the city in a way that is both personal and universal. This is a book that will make you fall in love with New York City all over again."

—The Washington Post

"Maira Kalman's An Illustrated Love Letter to the Five Boroughs is a must-have for anyone who loves New York City. It is a beautiful, inspiring, and insightful book that will make you see the city in a whole new light."

—Time Out New York

About the Author and Illustrator

Maira Kalman is an American author and illustrator. She is best known for her illustrated books for children and adults, including The Principles of Uncertainty, The Pursuit of Happiness, and My Favorite Things.

Kalman's work has been exhibited in museums and galleries around the world, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York City and the Centre Pompidou in Paris. She has also received numerous awards for her work, including the Caldecott Medal and the National Book Award for Illustration.

Kalman lives in New York City with her husband and two children.

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Hello, New York: An Illustrated Love Letter to the Five Boroughs

by Julia Rothman

4.7 out of 5