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These stories provide a tour of the port of New York, Manhattan Harbor, throughout the 20th century. From the Iron Steamboat Company to the Norwegian Cruise lines, the port has played an important part in the life of the city. Here the focus is on the vessels which have passed through the harbour.

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"Around Manhattan Island examines fireboat rescues, Manhattan's tour boat industry, and epic cruise ship departures... Cudahy brings his local knowledge to each story and offers first-hand accounts of New York Harbor's most historic moments." -Professional Mariner "For those residents, or persons with an interest in the port of New York, this readable book will be a good choice." -Steamboat Bill

Around Manhattan Island and Other Tales of

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    A Paperback / softback by Brian J. Cudahy

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      Publisher: Fordham University Press
      Publication Date: 01/02/1997
      ISBN13: 9780823217618, 978-0823217618
      ISBN10: 0823217612

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      These stories provide a tour of the port of New York, Manhattan Harbor, throughout the 20th century. From the Iron Steamboat Company to the Norwegian Cruise lines, the port has played an important part in the life of the city. Here the focus is on the vessels which have passed through the harbour.

      Trade Review
      "Around Manhattan Island examines fireboat rescues, Manhattan's tour boat industry, and epic cruise ship departures... Cudahy brings his local knowledge to each story and offers first-hand accounts of New York Harbor's most historic moments." -Professional Mariner "For those residents, or persons with an interest in the port of New York, this readable book will be a good choice." -Steamboat Bill

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