Ballads of Old New York is a collection of poems written by Arthur Guiterman, which chronicles the history of New York City from its early days until the turn of the 20th century. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different era in the city's history. The poems are written in a narrative style and cover a wide range of topics, including the arrival of the Dutch, the American Revolution, the growth of the city, and the rise of industry. Guiterman's writing style is lively and engaging, and he brings to life the people and events that shaped the city's history. The book also includes illustrations by various artists, which help to bring the poems to life. Overall, Ballads of Old New York is a fascinating and entertaining look at the history of one of America's most iconic cities. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of New York City or in American history more broadly.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.