PARADISE BRONX The Life and Times of New York's Greatest Borough

Robert Fass performs this homage to New York City's northernmost borough, the Bronx, thoughtfully and skillfully. His pace reflects the author's peregrinations and considerations of the only part of the city connected to the continent. His tone is that of an engaged reporter committed to noting things large--the highways that penetrate the Bronx--and small. Through it all, listeners gain an understanding of the truth and irony of the title. This audiobook is the work of a dedicated observer. Frazier has spent much of the last decade walking the Bronx, digging into its history, and cultivating relationships with its citizenry. Here is a living portrait with the borough's harsh reputation etched in place and its lasting significance revealed. A.D.M. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2024, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2024]