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Roz Chast, a native Brooklynite, chronicles her transition from suburban life—where people own trees—to the bustling streets of Manhattan. Through her witty, candid cartoons, she shows how her children are captivated by the city’s gum‑wadded sidewalks, honey‑combed streets, and iconic fire escapes. "Going into Town" blends a guidebook feel with personal New York stories, offering readers a love letter to the city delivered with Chast’s trademark humor and warmth.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Graphic Memoir
Authors: Roz Chast
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