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The Secrets Of The Great City: A Work Descriptive Of The Virtues And The Vices, The Mysteries, Miseries And Crimes Of New York City

The Secrets Of The Great City: A Work Descriptive Of The Virtues And The Vices, The Mysteries, Miseries And Crimes Of New York City

Martin, Edward Winslow

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ISBN10: 1419182056
ISBN13: 9781419182051
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 17 2004
Pages: 372
Weight: 1.43
Height: 0.85 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.30
Language: English
The Secrets of the Great City is a book written by Edward Winslow Martin, which provides a comprehensive and detailed description of New York City during the late 19th century. The book delves into the virtues and vices of the city, as well as the mysteries, miseries, and crimes that exist within its borders. Through Martin's writing, readers are taken on a journey through the city's bustling streets, exploring its various neighborhoods and the people who inhabit them.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the city's politics, social hierarchies, and economic structures. Martin also discusses the city's various institutions, such as its schools, hospitals, and prisons, providing insights into the challenges and issues faced by these organizations. Additionally, the book explores the darker side of the city, including its crime and vice, and the impact that these elements have on the lives of its residents.Throughout the book, Martin draws on his own experiences and observations of the city, providing a unique and personal perspective on life in New York during this period. The Secrets of the Great City is a fascinating and engaging read, offering readers a glimpse into the complexities and contradictions of one of the world's most iconic cities.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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