The Sutphen, Van Tassel 1861-1945 creator text utu 2003 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Gates of Chance" by Van Tassel Sutphen is a novel likely written during the early 20th century. The story begins to unfold in a vibrant New York City, centering around the character Winston Thorp, who unexpectedly receives an invitation to visit a mysterious Mr. Esper Indiman. As Thorp navigates his circumstances of diminished means and social obligations, the narrative hints at deeper themes of intrigue and chance that bind the characters together. At the start of the book, the protagonist, Winston Thorp, is unexpectedly thrust into an evening filled with intrigue after a calling card from Mr. Esper Indiman is thrust into his hand amidst the chaos of New York's streets. Despite his initial reluctance, Thorp decides to visit Indiman, hoping to understand the enigmatic invitation and its implications. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters, including Jeckley, a newspaper man who adds a layer of curiosity to the unfolding events. The incident sets the stage for a deeper exploration of self-discovery, social connections, and the unpredictable nature of life that Sutphen artfully constructs throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2003-02-01 Produced by Charles Franks, Robert Rowe, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. HTML version by Al Haines. Original publication data not identified Mystery and detective stories PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3758 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3758 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133116.0 3758