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antlersantlers's review against another edition
4.0
I first heard about this book on the 99% Invisible episode All the Buildings (recommended!). The drawings are so incredibly beautiful and expressive. The colors are incredible and I absolutely love all the lines, dots, squiggles, lightning bolts, etc. that really bring the buildings to life. Drawing is such an incredible way go get to know a place, and reading this book made me want to pick up my sketchbook and draw my own city.
Also, so many fun facts!
Also, so many fun facts!
jakekilroy's review against another edition
5.0
What a fun, breezy joy this was! It's a simple concept executed well. Moreover, Hancock's lovely personal intro to the book really makes you understand why the city, its buildings specifically, is so dang special to him. The whole thing really reads (or looks) as a labor of love.
leaflibrary's review
3.0
Fun, meticulous, gorgeous art! I loved the fascinating facts included on some of the buildings, but the book needed far more!
rtimmorris's review
4.0
So simple, so great. Perfect for the coffee table. All the Buildings in New York makes me feel like a tiny part of me is back in NY, and that's enough to make me happy. The drawings are highly detailed but still whimsical and child-like. When you take these buildings - all the famous ones and the more obscure - out of context, and show them to us as a singularity rather than as a piece of the great city is remarkable. Each one feels special. Cannot wait for another volume!
ullmannn's review
3.0
I loved the drawings and I wish it included early drawings, perhaps with a narrative. The early drawings, for me, drive home the transformation of his work, which is equally compelling to me
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