SKU: 2906703042

"The Upper Crust: An Informal History Of New York's Highest Society" 1970 CHURCHILL, Allen

Sale price$112.50 Regular price$125.00
Save 10%

Pay in installments of $31.25 with ShopPay, AfterPay and Klarna

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Jul 20 - Jul 25

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

"The Upper Crust: An Informal History Of New York's Highest Society" 1970 CHURCHILL, AllenCHURCHILL, Allen (INSCRIBED) on FFEP [290] pp. Prentice Hall, Inc. 1970 12 1 4" x 9 1 4" "In this gossipy, name filled and lavishly illustrated volume, Allen Churchill chronicles the families, fads, and fortunes that made New York, New York what it was. From the days of the English governors one of whom used to wear his wife's dresses to underscore his resemblance to Queen Anne New York's High Society has been an inexhaustible fount of glamour and

CHURCHILL, Allen (INSCRIBED) on FFEP

[290] pp.

Prentice-Hall, Inc.

1970

12 1/4" x 9 1/4"

"In this gossipy, name-filled and lavishly illustrated volume, Allen Churchill chronicles the families, fads, and fortunes that made New York, New York what it was. From the days of the English governors--one of whom used to wear his wife's dresses to underscore his resemblance to Queen Anne--New York's High Society has been an inexhaustible fount of glamour and fascination. Included in this impertinent potpourri are the mansions of Millionaire's Row (one, on the corner of Fifty-second Street, cost three million [1880s] dollars); the "Bouncers" and "Shoddies" who assaulted Gotham Society with cash as their sole weapon; the origin of "The Four Hundred", how Manhattan reacted to two Princes of Wales; The Bradley Martin Ball, which nearly started a riot; the Vanderbilt-Marlborough wedding which was denounced by the press, and much, much more. In every era, Churchill examines the awesome and often eccentric personalities that made Manhattan's blood run blue: James Cordon Bennett, who was horsewhipped by his fiancée's brother and had to leave the country; "Commodore" Vanderbilt, the first of the great dynasty founders; Caroline Astor (THE Mrs. Astor); the rapacious Jay Gould; Ward McAllister, whose decline from social grace brought the public's scorn down on an entire era of brittle, gilded life. Finally, Churchill examines the rush for the celebrity-ridden wilds of Café Society that "killed" High Society, and details some of its more astonishing death-throes. But even if Society is dead, this book--always informative, often hilarious, usually indiscreet, and illustrated with over two hundred old prints and photographs--should stand as its definitive epitaph."

Scroll Down for (12) Additional Scans:

Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 2906703042

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.7 ★★★★★
Based on 9 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
T
Thomas S Alexander
New York, US
★★★★★ 5
The Miracle Code is a must read
Format: Paperback
I own every book that Becky has written and can say this newest book “The Miracle Code” is also superb. Words cannot describe the wealth of revelation that Becky brings forth in examining the Miracles of Jesus! This is a must read which will strengthen your faith.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2026
L
Verified Purchase
Lynn
Omaha, US
★★★★★ 5
Excellent book!
Format: Paperback
Needed for the times we are living in!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2026
T
Verified Purchase
TM
San Leandro, US
★★★★★ 5
Excellent
Format: Paperback
A great book. It’s on the mark! You won’t be disappointed!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2026
M
Verified Purchase
Michele Snyder
Lexington, US
★★★★★ 5
Decree its goodness!
Format: Paperback
A absolute must have. It has taught me so much. I also bought her second one.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2026
A
Verified Purchase
annette Wroe
Louisville, US
★★★★★ 5
A book of Hope
Format: Paperback
This book is life changing! I have bought 2 of them for myself and I continue to buy more as gifts. The declarations in this book draw you close to the truth and teach you to walk in truth. Very uplifting and encouraging. A book of Hope
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2025

recommand products