New York City The Birthplace of Icons

<p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>A Guide to the People Movements and Moments Born in NYC That Changed the World</span></p><p></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>New York City isn't just a place-it's a birthplace of ideas sounds and movements that shaped humanity. This engaging cultural guide celebrates the remarkable individuals born in NYC's five boroughs who went on to change the world: from Jonas Salk developing the polio vaccine in laboratories funded by his City College education to hip-hop pioneers transforming music from Bronx block parties to James Baldwin giving voice to the struggle for justice from his Harlem roots.</span></p><p></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Organized by category-including innovators scientists music legends entertainment icons civil rights activists artists athletes and business leaders-this illustrated guide connects readers to the streets neighborhoods and cultural movements that continue to define New York's unparalleled creative spirit.</span></p><p></p>