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Time Out New York
1 day ago
Writing

As 'The Power Broker' turns 50, this NYC exhibit honors its powerful past and legacy

Robert A. Caro's 'The Power Broker' remains significant fifty years after its release, reflecting on NYC's past and offering lessons for the future. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
3 days ago
Writing

Read Another Book

The Power Broker remains a crucial text for understanding urban history and politics, still widely read and discussed 50 years after its publication. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Digital life

Robert Caro Reflects on The Power Broker' and Its Legacy at 50

The enduring popularity of Robert Caro's The Power Broker showcases its impact and relevance in discussions of political power and urban planning. [ more ]
Curbed
1 week ago
Writing

In the Shack With Robert Caro

Robert Caro highlights the profound influence of Robert Moses on New York City's infrastructure, emphasizing the long-term repercussions of his decisions. [ more ]
Time Out New York
1 day ago
Writing

As 'The Power Broker' turns 50, this NYC exhibit honors its powerful past and legacy

Robert A. Caro's 'The Power Broker' remains significant fifty years after its release, reflecting on NYC's past and offering lessons for the future. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
3 days ago
Writing

Read Another Book

The Power Broker remains a crucial text for understanding urban history and politics, still widely read and discussed 50 years after its publication. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Digital life

Robert Caro Reflects on The Power Broker' and Its Legacy at 50

The enduring popularity of Robert Caro's The Power Broker showcases its impact and relevance in discussions of political power and urban planning. [ more ]
Curbed
1 week ago
Writing

In the Shack With Robert Caro

Robert Caro highlights the profound influence of Robert Moses on New York City's infrastructure, emphasizing the long-term repercussions of his decisions. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Digital life

The Power Broker' Is Finally Getting a Digital Edition. What Took So Long?

Robert Caro values paper for its immersive reading experience and has only just approved an e-book edition of his seminal work, The Power Broker. [ more ]
West Side Rag
1 week ago
NYC real estate

New-York Historical Society Celebrates The Power Broker at 50

The Power Broker is a seminal work that transformed understanding of urban planning and political power in New York City. [ more ]
99% Invisible
1 month ago
Music

The Power Broker #08: Shiloh Frederick - 99% Invisible

The podcast episode explores themes and developments in Robert Caro's "The Power Broker", particularly in Chapters 33 and 34. [ more ]
99% Invisible
8 months ago
Books

Power Broker #01: Robert Caro - 99% Invisible

Robert Caro, the author of The Power Broker, joins the podcast to discuss his book and process.
The podcast covers the Introduction, Part 1, and Part 2 of the book, discussing major story beats and themes. [ more ]
www.amny.com
9 months ago
Books

The Power Author: Robert A. Caro and the rise of his legacy 50 years after The Power Broker' | amNewYork

Robert Caro, author of The Power Broker, has gained celebrity status after the release of the documentary Turn Every Page.
Caro regularly signs copies of his books at the New-York Historical Society, where he is a native Upper West Sider. [ more ]
99% Invisible
5 months ago
Writing

The Power Broker #04: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez - 99% Invisible

Interview with Rep. Ocasio-Cortez on impact of Moses' highways on her district and approach to political power. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Digital life

The Power Broker' Is Finally Getting a Digital Edition. What Took So Long?

Robert Caro values paper for its immersive reading experience and has only just approved an e-book edition of his seminal work, The Power Broker. [ more ]
West Side Rag
1 week ago
NYC real estate

New-York Historical Society Celebrates The Power Broker at 50

The Power Broker is a seminal work that transformed understanding of urban planning and political power in New York City. [ more ]
99% Invisible
1 month ago
Music

The Power Broker #08: Shiloh Frederick - 99% Invisible

The podcast episode explores themes and developments in Robert Caro's "The Power Broker", particularly in Chapters 33 and 34. [ more ]
99% Invisible
8 months ago
Books

Power Broker #01: Robert Caro - 99% Invisible

Robert Caro, the author of The Power Broker, joins the podcast to discuss his book and process.
The podcast covers the Introduction, Part 1, and Part 2 of the book, discussing major story beats and themes. [ more ]
www.amny.com
9 months ago
Books

The Power Author: Robert A. Caro and the rise of his legacy 50 years after The Power Broker' | amNewYork

Robert Caro, author of The Power Broker, has gained celebrity status after the release of the documentary Turn Every Page.
Caro regularly signs copies of his books at the New-York Historical Society, where he is a native Upper West Sider. [ more ]
99% Invisible
5 months ago
Writing

The Power Broker #04: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez - 99% Invisible

Interview with Rep. Ocasio-Cortez on impact of Moses' highways on her district and approach to political power. [ more ]
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99% Invisible
9 months ago
Design

Breaking Down The Power Broker - 99% Invisible

The Power Broker by Robert Caro is an important and comprehensive exploration of how cities are formed and power is amassed through infrastructure projects.
Despite its daunting length, The Power Broker is considered influential and enjoyable to read. [ more ]
The New Yorker
2 months ago
Writing

Reading "The Power Broker" Has Changed My Life

Reading 'The Power Broker' is transforming the reader's life physically, mentally, and socially. [ more ]
99% Invisible
2 months ago
Writing

The Power Broker #06: Mike Schur - 99% Invisible

Mike Schur, creator of popular TV shows, was inspired by 'The Power Broker' for his work, including Parks & Recreation. [ more ]
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