Tramps In New York (1863)

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Book Overview

Harding Davis is a novel that tells the story of a group of young women who leave their comfortable homes in the countryside to explore the city of New York. The main character, Fanny, is a naive and sheltered young woman who is eager to see the world beyond her small town. She convinces her friends to join her on a trip to the city, where they encounter a variety of characters, including tramps, prostitutes, and other city dwellers.As they navigate the unfamiliar and often dangerous streets of New York, the women are forced to confront their own prejudices and assumptions about poverty and homelessness. They also learn about the harsh realities of life for those who are less fortunate than themselves.Throughout the novel, Harding Davis explores themes of class, gender, and social inequality. She also offers a vivid portrayal of life in New York City during the mid-19th century, with all its chaos, excitement, and danger.Tramps In New York is a compelling and thought-provoking work of fiction that offers a unique perspective on the social and cultural issues of its time. It remains a classic of American literature and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of New York City or the struggles of the working class.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: 1120946115
• ISBN13: 9781120946119
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"