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High Life In New York By Jonathan Slick, Esq. Of Weathersfield, Connecticut (1854)

High Life In New York By Jonathan Slick, Esq. Of Weathersfield, Connecticut (1854)

Stephens, Ann S.

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Historical Figures19th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1163977330
ISBN13: 9781163977330
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 312
Weight: 0.92
Height: 0.65 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
High Life in New York by Jonathan Slick, Esq. of Weathersfield, Connecticut is a book written by Ann S. Stephens and published in 1854. The book is a satirical novel that provides a humorous and critical commentary on the social and cultural norms of New York City during the mid-19th century.The main character of the book is Jonathan Slick, a wealthy and ambitious young man from Connecticut who moves to New York City to pursue his dreams of success and fame. Through his experiences and interactions with the city's elite, Slick learns about the corrupt and superficial nature of high society in New York.The book is divided into a series of chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of life in the city. Topics include fashion, politics, religion, and social customs. Throughout the book, Stephens uses witty and clever language to poke fun at the absurdities of New York's upper class.Despite its humorous tone, High Life in New York also provides a critical commentary on the social and economic inequalities of the time. Stephens highlights the stark contrast between the opulent lifestyles of the wealthy and the poverty and suffering of the city's working class.Overall, High Life in New York is a witty and insightful satire that offers a unique perspective on life in mid-19th century New York City.A Series Of Letters To Mr. Zephariah Slick, Justice Of The Peace, And Deacon Of The Church Over To Weathersfield In The State Of Connecticut.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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