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Helene Hanff’s column for the BBC, which ran for six years, celebrated the quirks and charms of New York City. In this volume, she compiles those lively vignettes—rich with humor and affection—for readers to enjoy. The book offers a charming, intimate look at the city’s social life and customs, capturing the spirit that made her correspondence with 84 Charing Cross Road so beloved.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Travel & Geography/Travel Writing
Authors: Helene Hanff
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