Sketches of Gotham

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Swift, Ike

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Sketches of Gotham" by Ike Swift is a collection of unusual stories written in the early 20th century. The book explores various intriguing characters and their escapades against the backdrop of New York City, commonly regarded as Gotham, showcasing a mix of vibrant street life, complex relationships, and societal dynamics. At the start of the collection, readers are introduced to the concept of "Badger Molls," women known for their cleverness and charm, who navigate the social scenes of New York to ensnare wealthy victims. One particular woman stands out for her daring approach and exceptional skills in meeting influential men. The narrative sets a vivid scene of a bustling city, painting a picture of both the allure and danger of its nightlife, hinting at the intertwining of romance and deception as characters engage in dangerous games of wealth and desire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

A little easy money

Casting an old shoe

The long way 'round

The queen of Chinatown

A girl of the Golden Gate

When fists were trumps

Kid and his ten thousand

An Oriental nocturne

A commercial transaction

The end of the road

The throwback

From the woods to Broadway

The whims of curves

Cheyenne Nell; trimmer

Tragedy of a dance

The monologue girl's story

A twisted love affair

Wedding rings and footlights

Told by the manicure girl

Investing in a husband

Training an old sport

Concerning a Syrian Beauty

The rejuvenation of Patsy

A case of knockout drops

Discovering a prima donna

A throw of the dice

A voice in the slums

A girl of the night

After the wedding bells.

Credits:

Produced by Charlie Howard and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2020-02-20