Up Against It (1920)

By Frederic van Rensselaer Dey and Varick Vanardy

Book Overview

Up Against It is a novel written by Varick Vanardy and published in 1920. The story revolves around the lives of two young men, Jack and Tom, who are struggling to make a living in New York City. They are faced with various challenges including poverty, unemployment, and the harsh realities of life in the city. Throughout the novel, the two protagonists encounter a cast of characters from all walks of life, including gangsters, prostitutes, and corrupt politicians. Despite the odds stacked against them, Jack and Tom are determined to succeed and make a better life for themselves. The novel provides a vivid portrayal of life in the early 20th century and explores themes such as poverty, corruption, and the American Dream. Overall, Up Against It is a compelling and thought-provoking read that offers a glimpse into a bygone era.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: 1164191527
• ISBN13: 9781164191520
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 370 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"