Strange But True: New York City: Tales Of The Big Apple by S.B. Howard (English)

Description: Strange But True: New York City by S.B. Howard Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description This compulsively readable guide looks deep into the heart of New York City, uncovering the stories behind startling headlines, quirky laws, and obscure police logs. From classic "strange but true" tales that made the national news to little-known, but equally odd, reports to the city desk, each story could only happen here. Publisher Description Uncover some of the Big Apples most bizarre news items--classic "strange but true" stories that reached the "and finally" sections of news reports worldwide. Included here is the story about the man who kept a tiger and an alligator as pets in his Harlem apartment; the latest call-out service, whereby thrill seeking New Yorkers can arrange their own kidnapping experience; and the adventures of an NYC postal worker who mailed himself to his parents in Dallas to skimp on the fare home.Also featured are little-known facts about life in the big city, such as the antiquated law against leaving a mannequin undressed in a shop window (although its legal for Macys to sell used underwear). From incredible anecdotes and eccentric stories to news of the weird, Strange But True: New York will amuse and inform in equal measure. Author Biography S. B. Howard has lived and worked in New York City for more than thirty years. A resident of the Upper East Side, she has lived in walk-ups and high-rises; explored by bus, subway, and foot; been caught in blackouts and blizzards; and traveled extensively, always returning to New York City, her home. A publishing professional all her working life, she has written a number of books under different pen names. Details ISBN 0762736798 ISBN-13 9780762736799 Title Strange But True: New York City Author S.B. Howard Format Paperback Year 2005 Pages 256 Publisher Rowman & Littlefield GE_Item_ID:137142605; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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