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The Secrets of the Great City / A Work Descriptive of the Virtues and the Vices, the Mysteries, Miseries and Crimes of New York City

By James Dabney McCabe
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The work offers a descriptive survey of a major American metropolis, tracing its geographic setting and commercial role, early settlement and urban expansion, and the transportation and harbor facilities that sustain it. It profiles a diverse immigrant population and the pressures of land scarcity that produce crowded tenements, and it balances depictions of crime, vice, and urban misery with accounts of philanthropy, public charities, and municipal services. Practical institutions such as police procedures and the management of unclaimed property receive attention, giving a panoramic portrait of social contrasts, daily life, and civic organization.

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James Dabney McCabe

James Dabney McCabe was an American author known for his vivid portrayals of urban life in the late 19th century. His works often explore the complexities of society, particularly in New York City, where he delves into both its grandeur and its darker aspects. McCabe's notable titles include "Great Fortunes, and How They Were Made," which examines the rise of wealth in America, and "Lights and Shadows of New York Life," a detailed account of the city's experiences and sensations. His writing reflects a keen observation of the social dynamics and moral dilemmas of his time, contributing to the literary landscape of American realism.

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