{"product_id":"9780805079258","title":"Old Penn Station","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA beautiful tribute to the glory of the original Pennsylvania Railroad Station\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eDuring the first half of the 20th century, the original Pennsylvania Station was one of New York City's grandest landmarks, a palace in the middle of Manhattan. William Low's glorious illustrations pay close attention to detail while still encompassing the large-scale grandeur of Penn Station. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eOld Penn Station\u003c\/i\u003e follows a very specific piece of New York City history, but it's not just a New York book. The author's research carefully addresses the whole history of the building, from construction to destruction, ending with an acknowledgment of its lasting legacy in terms of historical preservation. Spaces can be powerful, and \u003ci\u003eOld Penn Station\u003c\/i\u003e honors one particular powerful space which is sure to engender discussion about other historical buildings and monuments all across the nation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a classic, beautiful book for history lovers, train lovers, and art lovers alike. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eOld Penn Station\u003c\/i\u003e is a 2007 New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Book of the Year and a 2008 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Macmillan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46356297613484,"sku":"9780805079258","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/6626\/7820\/files\/17348123482474.jpg?v=1781636262","url":"https:\/\/giftshop.carlemuseum.org\/products\/9780805079258","provider":"The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}