225 original illustrations by renowned illustrator Joel Holland capture the essence of New York City's streets and shops
Each image paired with engaging text by journalist David Dodge provides historical, cultural, and architectural context
Includes a foreword by New York Instagram influencer and independent business advocate New York Nico
Showcases a wide variety of shops, from delis and bodegas to dive bars and cafes, reflecting New York's diversity
Hardcover format ensures durability and makes it a lasting gift or keepsake
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Every New Yorker has a favorite place to shop—whether it’s for pizza or flowers, to grab a beer, or slurp down soup dumplings. When the coronavirus crisis hit in 2020, illustrator Joel Holland began drawing storefronts near his apartment as a way of memorializing an element of city life that seemed suddenly precarious. He posted them on I