A tribute to the city
A tribute to the city
A love letter to the chaos, charm, and characters of the city that never sleeps.
From eels on the subway to spontaneous film sets and unexpected manhole performances, That’s So New York captures the delightfully bizarre essence of life in the five boroughs. Curated by New York Times editor and proud local Dan Saltzstein, this book brings together hilarious real-life moments, illustrated snapshots, and witty reflections from voices like Molly Jong-Fast and Michael Ian Black.
Inspired by Saltzstein’s viral Twitter thread, this collection is part oral history, part city diary, and 100% New York. With Q&As from everyday New Yorkers and absurd anecdotes you couldn’t make up, it’s a must-have for anyone who knows the city—or wishes they did.
A tribute to the city’s uncanny ability to surprise you at every turn, That’s So New York proves that when it comes to stories, no place does it better.
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