This book showcases the photographic work of a noted German architect who captured American cityscapes in the 1920s. It features striking and dramatic images of New York's Times Square, Fifth Avenue, Brooklyn Bridge, and Trinity Church, along with other notable sites. The collection also includes views of Chicago's Michigan Avenue, Tribune Building, and Federal Reserve Bank, as well as scenes from Buffalo and Detroit. This edition offers a newly translated introduction and captions, and is a reprint of a rare original edition, providing valuable insights into the architectural and urban landscapes of early 20th-century America.