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Streets And Faces (1917)

Streets And Faces (1917)

Middleton, Scudder

Paperback

Art History20th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1120715849
ISBN13: 9781120715845
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Nov 21 2009
Pages: 66
Weight: 0.22
Height: 0.14 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Streets and Faces is a book written by Middleton Scudder and published in 1917. It is a collection of short stories that explore the lives of people living in New York City during the early 20th century. The book is divided into three sections, each containing several stories that focus on different aspects of city life.In the first section, Scudder describes the city's streets and the people who inhabit them. He writes about the hustle and bustle of city life, the noise, the crowds, and the constant movement. The stories in this section are often gritty and realistic, depicting the struggles of working-class people and the challenges they face in their daily lives.The second section of the book focuses on the faces of the city. Scudder writes about the people who live and work in New York, from the wealthy elite to the struggling immigrants. He explores their hopes and dreams, their fears and frustrations, and their relationships with one another. The stories in this section are often more introspective and contemplative, delving into the inner lives of the characters.The final section of the book is a collection of sketches that capture the essence of the city. Scudder writes about the buildings, the parks, the bridges, and the other landmarks that define New York. He also writes about the changing seasons and the different moods of the city throughout the year.Overall, Streets and Faces is a vivid and evocative portrayal of life in New York City during the early 20th century. Scudder's writing is rich and descriptive, bringing the city and its inhabitants to life on the page. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of New York City.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.

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