The Secrets of the Great City (eBook)

A Work Descriptive of the Virtues and the Vices, the Mysteries, Miseries and Crimes of New York City

James Dabney McCabe (Autor)

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2022
376 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654714442-7 (EAN)

Infos

In 'The Secrets of the Great City' by James Dabney McCabe, readers are transported into the bustling urban landscape of the 19th century. Through vivid descriptions and detailed accounts, McCabe explores the dark underbelly of city life, shedding light on the social issues and inequalities that plagued the growing metropolises of the time. The book is written in a journalistic style, drawing on real-life stories and data to paint a compelling picture of city life during this era. It serves as both a historical document and a commentary on the impact of industrialization on society. By delving into the lives of both the wealthy elite and the working class, McCabe exposes the harsh realities of urban living and the struggles faced by those at the margins of society. 'The Secrets of the Great City' is a powerful and thought-provoking read that offers valuable insights into the complexities of urbanization and social injustice in the 19th century.

Autor

James Dabney McCabe, an accomplished American author of the 19th century, made significant contributions to the literature and history of his time with his array of works, most notably 'The Secrets of the Great City,' a vivid depiction of the urban landscape and complexities of New York City during that era. McCabe's literary style is characterized by a blend of detailed observation and a narrative that captures the dynamic spirit of the age. Born on July 31, 1842, in Richmond, Virginia, McCabe was a prolific writer who specialized in works of non-fiction, covering topics from urban life and social commentary to biographies and history. His writing reveals not only the mores and challenges of the times in which he lived but also provides a window into the transforming American society post-Civil War. McCabe's 'The Secrets of the Great City,' published in 1868, is an especially remarkable social document that presents an intimate exploration of the economic disparity, cultural diversity, and the nuanced interplay of morality and vice in New York City. McCabe's authorial voice is marked by an accessible yet probing tone, ensuring his place in the annals of American literature as a chronicler who encourages readers to confront the realities obscured by the burgeoning industrial age smokescreen. Though his works may not be as widely known today, McCabe's commitment to unearthing the truths of city life cements his legacy as a significant commentator on urban America.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 1.8.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseführer
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie ► Spezielle Soziologien
• Schlagworte: 19th century American cities • American History • antique city guidebooks • City Life • crime and mystery • cultural history travel • Description and travel • Gilded Age • Great City secrets uncovered • historical American metropolises • historical travel guide • History • investigative journalism • James Dabney McCabe writings • Metropolitan culture • New York • N.Y. • retrospective urban studies • sensationalism • Social commentary • Urban Exploration • urban exploration literature • Victorian society • Vintage travel narratives