Harlem, lost and found : an architectural and social history, 1765-1915 / Michael Henry Adams ; photography by Paul Rocheleau ; preface by Robert A.M. Stern ; foreword by Lowery Stokes Sims.

Main entry:

Adams, Michael Henry.

Title & Author:

Harlem, lost and found : an architectural and social history, 1765-1915 / Michael Henry Adams ; photography by Paul Rocheleau ; preface by Robert A.M. Stern ; foreword by Lowery Stokes Sims.

Publication:

New York : Monacelli Press, 2002.

Description:

280 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 31 cm

Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
The origins of Harlem -- The row house in Harlem -- At home in Harlem -- Apartments -- Houses of worship -- Culture, commerce, and industry in Harlem -- The evolution of a community.

Summary:

"Adam's book not only brings a fresh perspective to Harlem's evolution but provides a wealth of fascinating historical detail, about both important buildings and also the architects, developers, and patrons who helped create this exceptional slice of urbanism."--Preface pg. 11.

Resources:
Table of contents
Contributor biographical information
Publisher description

ISBN:

1580930700
9781580930703

Subject:

Architecture New York (State) New York.
Architecture.
Buildings.
Manners and customs.
Architektur
Harlem (New York, N.Y.) Buildings, structures, etc.
New York (N.Y.) Buildings, structures, etc.
Harlem (New York, N.Y.) Social life and customs.
New York (State) New York.
New York (State) New York Harlem.
New York- Harlem

Form/genre:

Illustrated works.

Added entries:

Rocheleau, Paul.

Holdings:

Location: Library main 226087
Call No.: NA735.N5 A4 2002
Status: Available

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