new york (n.y.)

Chronicles the history of the World Trade Center from its first blue-prints through the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, exploring how the towers were created, what they symbolized, and how the world was impacted by their destruction.

Describes the creation of the World Trade Center; the reception of the twin towers by the architecture world and by New Yorkers; the Center's symbolism of achievement and power; and a day in the life of the Center.

A portrayal of New York society in the 1870's where money counted for less than manners and morals.