About the Author

Alfred Pommer is a licensed New York City Guide who has given tours in Manhattan's diverse neighborhoods for over 20 years. He is a member of the Guides Association of New York and has co-authored two previous books published by The History Press. He is retired from the New York City Parks Department. Joyce Pommer owned an art gallery in New York City, and worked with many local and international artists. She is an abstract mixed media artist, member of ArtTable and the National Collage Society. Joyce attended the Academy of Art, San Francisco, and The Art Institute of Boston.