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A different twist on time travel, with a historic slant. A number of us in our family read this, and we enjoyed discussing it at the dinner table. Science is not the strong point here, but Finney has fun with time travel issues.

Time and Again is one of my favorite books I've ever read. Not only is the story one that will keep any reader engaged, it is set against the backdrop of New York City at the turn of the century. With amazing historical accuracy, Jack Finney describes not only everyday life during this period, but also historical events from the point of view of a citizen at that time.

This book is a must read for any New Yorker. For visitors to New York, it would be fun to read this book, then tour the Gramercy Park area of NYC, which stands not too differently from how it did during the time-frame of when Time and Again was written.

I really enjoyed this book. So much so that I ordered the sequel from PBS. Finney has done a very thorough job with his research of NYC in 1882. He paints such detailed pictures with his words that it is easy to imagine yourself there along with his characters. I really see the old buildings and brick streets in my hometown in a new light after reading this book.

This is my favorite book of all time! Anyone who lives or lived in NYC should read this book; anyone who loves NYC history should read this book; anyone who ever has or wants to visit NYC should read this book.

An excellent, wonderfully detailed story. It is easy to get lost in the author's description of the New York City of the 1880s, and the real period photographs are a unique addition. The concept of time travel has always fascinated me, and this book has an explanation that actually seems quite plausible. If you enjoyed this book, be sure to check out the sequel, From Time To Time.

If you like New York, this is a great book. Wonderful descriptions of the city and contrasts to the past. Some parts were dense, but basically a fun story about time travel.