{"product_id":"2940170350094","title":"Grand Central: How a Train Station Transformed America","description":"A rich, illustrated - and entertaining -- history of the iconic Grand  Central Terminal, from one of New York City's favorite writers, just in  time to celebrate the train station's 100th fabulous anniversary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the winter of 1913, Grand Central Station was officially opened and  immediately became one of the most beautiful and recognizable Manhattan  landmarks. In this celebration of the one hundred year old terminal, Sam  Roberts of \u003cem\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/em\u003e looks back at Grand Central's  conception, amazing history, and the far-reaching cultural effects  of the station that continues to amaze tourists and shuttle busy  commuters. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlong the way, Roberts will explore how the Manhattan  transit hub truly foreshadowed the evolution of suburban expansion in  the country, and fostered the nation's westward expansion and growth via  the railroad.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeaturing quirky anecdotes and behind-the-scenes  information, this book will allow readers to peek into the secret and  unseen areas of Grand Central -- from the tunnels, to the command  center, to the hidden passageways. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith stories about everything  from the famous movies that have used Grand Central as a location to  the celestial ceiling in the main lobby (including its stunning mistake)  to the homeless denizens who reside in the building's catacombs, this  is a fascinating and, exciting look at a true American institution.","brand":"Hachette Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47178756784368,"sku":"2940170350094","price":24.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940170350094_p0.jpg?v=1763737589","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940170350094","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}