Discovering Historic Greenpoint Brooklyn on Foot

De: Geoffrey Cobb

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

Greenpoint, Brooklyn has recently become one of the most attractive places to live in New York City. Greenpoint however, has a long and fascinating history. One of the first places in America to industrialize, Greenpoint's factories attracted immigrants from Ireland, Italy, Poland, and many other places. Its rich history is characterized by many colorful characters, including famous artists, actors, and even notorious criminals. Discovering Greenpoint, Brooklyn on Foot allows the reader to trace that vibrant history through a series of themed walks that reveal the many aspects of the history of this fascinating part of Brooklyn. The author, who has written two other books about the area and who has lived locally for over thirty years, uses his decades of research on local history to create a fun, but highly informative exploration of local history.