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A Thousand and One Afternoons in Chicago
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781019368848
Publisher: Legare Street Pr
Published: Jul 18 2023
Pages: 290
Weight: 1.28
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Originally published in 1922, this collection of short stories offers a witty and insightful portrait of life in Jazz Age Chicago. Hecht, a journalist and screenwriter, captures the sights, sounds, and characters of the city with humor and affection. He covers a wide range of topics, from politics and crime to sports and entertainment, and his writing is marked by a sharp, irreverent style. This book is a classic of Chicago literature and an entertaining read for anyone interested in the city's history and culture.
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