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100 1 _aConnors, Chuck,
_d1852-1913
245 1 0 _aBowery Life
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2014-04-24
508 _aProduced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive
520 _a"Bowery Life" by Chuck Connors is a collection of humorous stories and anecdotes reflecting life in New York's Bowery district, written in the early 20th century. The book offers insightful observations about the characters and culture of this unique neighborhood, showcasing Connors's distinctive vernacular and colorful personality. As the self-proclaimed "Mayor of Chinatown," Chuck Connors utilizes his life experiences to depict the struggles and joys of the people living in one of the city's most vibrant yet challenging environments. In "Bowery Life," Connors narrates various encounters and reflections as he moves through Chinatown and the Bowery, capturing the essence of its lively inhabitants. The stories are infused with witty dialogues and a rich cast of characters, including prizefighters, gamblers, and everyday folk, all speaking in the authentic slang of the time. Through humorous tales, he highlights themes of ambition, friendship, and the human experience, often contrasting the lives of the wealthy with those scraping by on the streets. The book ultimately serves as both a commentary on social issues and a celebration of the spirit of the Bowery, inviting readers to experience the charm and struggles of its residents. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aNew York (N.Y.) -- Description and travel
653 _aBowery (New York, N.Y. : Street) -- History
653 _aNew York (N.Y.) -- Social life and customs
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45476
999 _c86315
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