"New York Places & Pleasures: An Uncommon Guidebook" 1959 SIMON, Kate Oliver Messel "the supreme art is the

"the supreme art is the art of living

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"New York Places & Pleasures: An Uncommon Guidebook" 1959 SIMON, Kate Oliver Messel "the supreme art is theSIMON, Kate [352] pp. Meridian Books, Inc. 1959 8" x 4 3 4" Drawings by Bob Gill VG New York: Places & Pleasures is a celebrated, witty guidebook written by Kate Simon, with early editions (starting around 1959 1963) offering a nostalgic, "uncommon" look at NYC, focusing on niche neighborhoods, unique shops, and cultural charm. It is praised for its sharp observations, covering everything from food to fashion, often regarded as a classic, stylish, and