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A street bookstall in New York, 1874 (engraving)
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A street bookstall in New York, 1874 (engraving)
7212173 A street bookstall in New York, 1874 (engraving) by Abbey, Edwin Austin (1852-1911); (add.info.: A street bookstall in New York in the 1870 s. After a work by Edwin Austin Abbey in Harpers Weekly, February 28, 1874.); Photo © Ken Welsh
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EDITORS COMMENTS
A Glimpse into the Literary Hub of 19th Century New York: A Street Bookstall". This engraving, captured by Edwin Austin Abbey in 1874, transports us back to the bustling streets of New York City during a transformative era. The image showcases a vibrant street bookstall, adorned with an array of books and prints that entice passersby. In this snapshot of history, we witness the birthplace of literary commerce in America. This humble bookstand stands as a testament to the growing appetite for knowledge and entertainment among Americans at that time. As trade and business flourished across the United States, so did people's thirst for literature. The scene is reminiscent of a cultural crossroads where ideas are exchanged freely. It symbolizes not only the growth of corporations and free trade but also represents how books became vehicles for intellectual exploration and social progress. Amidst the hustle and bustle on this North American street corner, we see merchants engaging with potential customers - eager readers seeking their next literary adventure. The presence of vendors from Great Britain reminds us that even across vast distances, literature had become a bridge connecting different cultures. This engraving serves as an invaluable window into our past—a reminder that books have always been cherished treasures capable of shaping minds and societies alike. Thanks to Ken Welsh's preservation efforts through photography, we can still marvel at this historical moment today.
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