"Fabulous Fountains of New York is an instant classic. As a fabulous, complete compendium of the fascinating individual histories of each of these unique urban aquatic monuments, it is a valuable source for historians, academics, civic designers, curious NYers, NYC aspirers and water fetishists. I was delighted to learn about the fabulous fountain (and its antecedents) in my own park!" - Skip Blumberg, Friends of City Hall Park, documentary filmmaker, and 3rd generation NYer
"With meticulous research and engaging text, author Stephanie Azzarone has presented her readers with a comprehensive and very readable view of one of New York Citys treasures, its fountains. The accompanying photographs entice us to look further. Anyone who has encountered a flowing fountain in New York City will understand Azzarones fascination. This book is a lovely gift to New Yorkers and to the history of New York City." - Joan Adler, Executive Director, Straus Historical Society
"In Fabulous Fountains of New York, Stephanie Azzarone opens a floodgate of long-obscured history of the scores of fountains that bring soothing sounds and beauty to an often harsh urban landscape. Many of these fountains are grand works of architecture and hydraulics gracing city parks and corporate plazas, but others have lovely, intimate stories or carry poignant memories. All make a more gracious New York City, as thoroughly documented by Azzarone and beautifully photographed by Robert Rodriguez." - Adrian Benepe, President, Brooklyn Botanic Garden
"Fabulous Fountains of New York restores to public knowledge a fascinating selection of urban amenities - some famous, some all but forgotten - from all around New York City." - Robert W. Snyder, Manhattan Borough Historian
"A joyful and informative tribute to the citys waterworks . . . an enamoring and enthusiastic ode to one small slice of the Big Apple." - Publishers Weekly
