Discover the fascinating yet grey world of prostitution and the women who participated in the world's oldest profession. Illustrated throughout with rare historical photos of women like Molly b' Dam, Lil' Lovell, and Mattic Silks. This strong book provides a touching insight into the lives of the ladies of the night, from pampered courtesans of the wealthy to enslaved Chinese girls.
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Discover the fascinating yet grey world of prostitution and the women who participated in the world's oldest profession. Illustrated throughout with rare historical photos of women like Molly b' Dam, Lil' Lovell, and Mattic Silks. This strong book provides a touching insight into the lives of the ladies of the night, from pampered courtesans of the wealthy to enslaved Chinese girls.
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Very Good. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. Signed by Author 1st US edition in soft cover format, 8vo, 175pp, photo illustrations; card covers; VG+ Copy; signed by the author on the title page.
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First edition first impression 1994. 175 pages. Illustrated. Paperback. Spine uncreased. Very good indeed. Soiled Doves tells the story of the grey world of prostitution and the women who participated in the oldest profession. Colorful, if not socially acceptable, these ladies of easy virtue were a definite part of the early West--wearing ruffled petticoats with fancy bows, they were glamorous and plain, good and ad and many were as wild as the land they came to tame. Women like "Molly b'Dam, " Mattie Silks, and "Chicago Joe" blended into the fabric of the American Frontier with an easy familiarity. Others, such as "Sorrel Mike, " escaped through suicide, Lottie John chose marriage and the Chinese slave girls lived a life without hope.
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The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact (including the dust cover, if applicable). Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.
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The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact (including the dust cover, if applicable). Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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This is a used book in GOOD condition. May have minor defects such as wearing to outside cover, a name written on inside cover, or a few notations throughout. Paperback soft cover edition.
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Absolutely fascinating. Wonderfully written. I love learning the inside stories of some of the more famous "soiled doves"
jjares
Aug 7, 2013
A Stark Look at Prostitution in Early America:
Ann Seagraves, in SOILED DOVES PROSTITUTION IN THE EARLY WEST, offers some rare and amazing photographs related to the subject under discussion. Prior to reading this book, I had no idea there were so many levels in the prostitution world.
Seagraves makes a clear point of explaining the type of life available to the soiled doves at each level. It was amazing to see the difference in the lifestyles of women who were part of brothels vs. cribs.
One shocking idea expressed was the reality that foreign girls arriving in America often wound up in prostitution. Without knowledge of the language and a family for support, foreign-born girls were often unable to find other work. This flies in the face of one of our most cherished myths of the 1800?s -- that there was a place for everyone in America ? if they were willing to work.
Seagraves highlights a variety of soiled doves -- from madams to women who relied on a pimp to get work (and take their money). Although the author, through the use of vignettes, tries to bring the whores to life; she doesn?t succeed. The facts were more interesting than the manner in which they were shared.
3.5 stars
WildWilly
Apr 2, 2009
Women on the frontier found ways to survive regardless of the hardships they faced.
paco1
May 31, 2007
This is a very informative and entertaining book. I have shared it with many and bought additional copies to give to friends. Great and easy reading.
