The Measure of Manhattan

Marguerite Holloway

The Measure of Manhattan: The Tumultuous Career and Surprising Legacy of John Randel, Jr., Cartographer, Surveyor, Inventor

John Randel Jr., known for his precise maps and visionary urban designs, shaped Manhattan's grid but ended his days in destitution. "The Measure of Manhattan" reveals his story, showcasing the profound influence of cartography on the city's evolution. 

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