New book explores ‘History of New York in 101 Objects’
Brooklyn BookBeat: Author Sam Roberts, of NYTimes, Discusses Book at BPL
What objects do you associate with New York City? In a metropolis so full of distinctive objects and so densely populated — with people each bearing their own opinions — picking 101 of the most significant ones would be nearly impossible. Unless, of course, you happened to be Sam Roberts.
Roberts, The New York Times urban affairs correspondent, appeared at the Brooklyn Public Library Tuesday evening with author Kevin Baker, addressing people who wanted to know more about his new book, “A History of New York in 101 Objects.” There were enough interested parties to fill most of the seats in the room.