Chicago by gaslight

By Samuel Paynter Wilson

Book Overview

Chicago By Gaslight is a historical fiction novel written by Samuel Paynter Wilson and published in 1910. The book is set in the city of Chicago during the late 19th century, a time when the city was rapidly growing and modernizing. The story follows the lives of several characters, including a wealthy businessman, a struggling artist, a corrupt politician, and a young woman from a poor family. Throughout the novel, Wilson vividly portrays the bustling city of Chicago, with its towering skyscrapers, crowded streets, and vibrant nightlife. He also delves into the darker side of the city, including its rampant corruption, poverty, and crime. As the characters navigate their way through the city, they become intertwined in a web of secrets, lies, and scandals. The novel explores themes of love, ambition, greed, and the struggle for power and success in a rapidly changing world. Overall, Chicago By Gaslight is a captivating and immersive read that offers a glimpse into the history and culture of one of America'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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164124048
• ISBN13: 9781164124047
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 222 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"