Stroll thro’ 1980’s NYC
- Book: Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk
- Location: Manhattan
- Author: Kathleen Rooney
It is New Year’s Eve 1984, and elderly, but still sassy, Lillian visits several New York landmarks and reviews their importance in her long life. The main character is inspired by Margaret Fishback who gained acclaim as the highest-paid female copywriter for the famous Macy’s Department Store in the 1930’s.
Lillian treks through lower Manhattan stopping at Delmonico’s, Madison Square Garden, The Nabisco Factory, Penn Station and Macy’s. The New York of her past is cleaner and gentler than the city in which she lives. As the night wears on, she meets several characters, both shady and friendly.
This book will sparks memories in those who visited New York in the rougher years, but rest assured the city is much more tourist-friendly these days. Everyone should include Lillian’s walk on their next travel intineray. (Note: this was written on May 29, before the current unrest, but don’t unestimate the New York spirit. Just book that vacation for later in the year.)
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