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Beyond Manhattan: Outer Boroughs Explored

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Under-explored neighborhoods are given beautiful treatment in a new book, ‘New York: Beyond Manhattan, and these stunning photos from William Meyers.

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For nearly 20 years, William Meyers canvassed the streets of New York photographing life as he encountered it, taking the train to under-explored areas. His recent book, Outer Boroughs: New York Beyond Manhattan (from publisher Damiani), is a collection of photographs from his time wandering through neighborhoods in Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island.

 

At left, Williamsburg, July 12, 2005

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Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, June 4, 1998

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Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn, October 2006

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Dumbo, Brooklyn, June 28, 2002

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Manhattan Beach, Brooklyn, May 12, 1998

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Seaside, Queens, September 2, 2001

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Kingsbridge Heights, Bronx, March 19, 2001

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Long Island City, Queens, May 16, 2004

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Vinegar Hill, Brooklyn, February 22, 2000

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Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, July 1, 2001

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Greenpoint, Brooklyn, August 19, 1998

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Atlantic Avenue, Cobble Hill, Brooklyn, September 17, 2006

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Fort Greene, Brooklyn, April 27, 2005

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Fort Greene, Brooklyn, April 27, 2005

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Williamsburg, Brooklyn, July 12, 2005

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Glendale, Queens, May 4, 2001

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