02231cam a22003133u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003704000110007804100170008905000090010610000370011524500910015226400510024330000470029433600260034133700260036733800360039350000310042950800450046052011980050553400450170365300630174865300460181185600430185799900170190019642UtSlPG20260610133446.0mcr n260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aF1061 aMcCabe, James Dabney,d1842-188310aLights and Shadows of New York Life :bor, the Sights and Sensations of the Great City 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2006  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2006-10-27  aThis ebook was transcribed by Les Bowler  a"Lights and Shadows of New York Life" by James Dabney McCabe is a descriptive work examining the various facets of life in New York City, written in the late 19th century. The book offers a vivid portrayal of the city's splendors and destitution, analyzing its wealth and poverty, societal dynamics, and notable events. Through rich illustrations and detailed accounts, McCabe aims to provide readers, especially those unable to visit, with an immersive experience of the vibrant yet perilous atmosphere of New York.  The opening of the book sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of New York City, revealing McCabe's intention to convey both the allure and the dangers inherent in urban life. In the preface, he emphasizes that the city is a microcosm of contrasting experiences, from its grand architecture and affluent neighborhoods to the grim realities of poverty and crime lurking nearby. Readers are introduced to the idea that understanding New York's complexities is crucial for enjoying its attractions while evading its perils, foreshadowing the detailed observations and anecdotes that will characterize the chapters to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aNew York (N.Y.) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century  aNew York (N.Y.) -- Description and travel40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/19642  c60980d60980