Old New York Coffee Houses

Old New York Coffee Houses is a book that explores the history and culture of coffee houses in New York City. Published by Harper's Magazine, this book takes readers on a journey through the city's coffee house scene, from the early days of the Dutch settlement to the present day. The book features detailed descriptions of some of the city's most iconic coffee houses, including the historic Fraunces Tavern and the legendary Cafe Wha? Readers will learn about the role that coffee houses played in the city's cultural and social life, from the birth of the American Revolution to the Beat Generation and beyond. The book also includes a wealth of historical photographs and illustrations, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the history of New York City and its coffee house culture.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Harper's New Monthly Magazine March to May 1882, by Harper's Magazine . To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419173901.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. Read more