David Weitzman's Skywalkers tells the story of Mohawk ironworkers who built New York City's skyscrapers, from the Brooklyn Bridge to the World Trade Center. Through historical narrative and illustrations, Weitzman explores the Kahnawà:ke Mohawk community's tradition of high steel work and their contributions to American architecture. The book becomes both labor history and celebration of Indigenous skill, proving that Mohawk ironworkers literally built the New York skyline and that some dangerous jobs become cultural traditions.

WHY WE PICKED IT: Because Weitzman documents how Mohawk ironworkers became legendary for their fearlessness and skill on high steel, building America's most iconic structures. This important work reminds us that the Kahnawà:ke community has a proud ironworking tradition, that the famous "Lunch atop a Skyscraper" photo includes Mohawk workers, and that Indigenous labor built modern cities.

DETAILS: • Author: David Weitzman • Publisher: Flash Point • Format: Hardcover • Publication Date: September 14, 2010 • ISBN: 9781596431621 • Ships direct from distributor in 3–7 business days