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Great Blizzards of New York City - A 122 page book with a hardcover and dustjacket that contains blizzard history and stories for New York City, from 1888 to 1994. Illustrated throughout with beautiful, historic photos.

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1 author picked Great Blizzards of New York City as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

This book is ideal for those who simply want to enjoy the plethora of great visuals which capture the splendor of New York City’s most memorable blizzards. Covering twelve such events between 1888 and 1994, this oversized book contains, by far, the greatest number of photos I have ever seen in a single compilation. Each photo’s caption also includes the source detail—something rare in most other accounts. Ample text accompanies each photo, making this a most pleasurable and informative read. 

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