Divided by area, this sleek guidebook covers Manhattan landmarks, museums, and other highlights, plus places to eat, drink, shop, and stay, with extra coverage of ''Top Picks'' attractions.
Color-coded, numbered entries in the text are keyed to full-color neighborhood maps in each chapter.
A city map inside front cover shows you where each neighborhood is located.
9 fold-out maps, including 8 Manhattan neighborhood maps and an MTA New York City Subway map.
''Top Picks'' direct you to not-to-be-missed attractions.
Full-color spot illustrations throughout liven the text.
''Notes'' pages let you record your own discoveries.
4-1/4 inches wide by 5-3/4 inches high.
Elastic band attached to back cover keeps your place or keeps book closed.
Concealed wire-o hardcover binding; book lies flat for ease of use.
''Black Book'' travel guide format doesn't look ''touristy.''
Author Ben Gibberd is a freelance writer and editor who lives in New York City.