""Dwellers in Gotham: A Romance of New York"" is a novel written by James Wesley Johnston. The story is set in New York City and follows the lives of several characters who reside in the city. The book explores the themes of love, ambition, and social class, as the characters navigate their relationships and careers in the bustling metropolis. The main character, Pauline, is a young woman from a wealthy family who falls in love with a struggling artist, Jack. Their relationship is complicated by their differing social ...
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""Dwellers in Gotham: A Romance of New York"" is a novel written by James Wesley Johnston. The story is set in New York City and follows the lives of several characters who reside in the city. The book explores the themes of love, ambition, and social class, as the characters navigate their relationships and careers in the bustling metropolis. The main character, Pauline, is a young woman from a wealthy family who falls in love with a struggling artist, Jack. Their relationship is complicated by their differing social statuses and the disapproval of Pauline's family. Meanwhile, other characters, such as a wealthy businessman and a struggling journalist, also face their own challenges and romances in the city.Throughout the novel, the author provides vivid descriptions of the city, from its bustling streets to its opulent mansions. The book also delves into the social and economic disparities of the time, highlighting the struggles of those living in poverty and the privileges of the wealthy.Overall, ""Dwellers in Gotham"" is a captivating portrayal of life in New York City during the early 20th century, with a focus on the complexities of relationships and social dynamics in a rapidly changing society.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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