Book Description
When reporter Max Greengrass finds four dead cats arranged in a ritual manner on a Greenwich village sidewalk, he pursues the story through 1893 New York society until he becomes a target of the people behind a bizarre conspiracy.
Author : Michael Blaine
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Page : 388 pages
File Size : 30,84 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781569474020
When reporter Max Greengrass finds four dead cats arranged in a ritual manner on a Greenwich village sidewalk, he pursues the story through 1893 New York society until he becomes a target of the people behind a bizarre conspiracy.
Author : Stefan Petrucha
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 415 pages
File Size : 18,77 MB
Release : 2012-03-01
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 110156055X
Panic grips the city! There is a killer loose in New York City, and Carver Young is the only one who sees the startling connection between the recent string of murders and the most famous serial killer in history: Jack the Ripper. Time is winding down until the killer claims another victim, but Carver soon sees that, to The Ripper, this is all a game that he may be destined to lose. “Petrucha’s story hits the ground running and doesn’t let up…”—Publisher’s Weekly “A rollicking story full of cannot-put-it-down twists an turns.” —VOYA “A well-crafted romp through yesteryear’s New York.” —Kirkus Reviews
Author : Nellie Bly
Publisher : Sordelet Ink
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 23,57 MB
Release : 2024-05-14
Category : History
ISBN : 195732838X
NELLIE BLY RETURNS! “Nellie Bly is the most widely known and the most energetic newspaper woman in the world. Everybody knows what she has done. Everybody will be glad to hear that she has resumed her regular newspaper work on The World.”—The New York World, September 13, 1893 Embark on a thrilling journey through the remarkable career of pioneering journalist Nellie Bly. While she is celebrated for her daring exploits, including her groundbreaking exposé of Blackwell's Island asylum and her whirlwind race around the globe, Bly's true legacy extends far beyond these iconic moments. Between 1885 and 1922, Nellie Bly crafted a tapestry of hundreds of captivating stories. As a star reporter for Joseph Pulitzer's New York World, she fearlessly delved into the lives of presidential candidates, hardened criminals, sports legends, and inspiring figures such as Helen Keller and Susan B. Anthony. From undercover investigations to immersive experiences in various professions, Bly's reporting knew no bounds. Now, in "Nellie Bly's World," edited by acclaimed author David Blixt ("What Girls Are Good For"), readers can finally delve into the full breadth of Bly's journalistic prowess. This comprehensive collection brings together her most gripping articles, showcasing her unparalleled courage, curiosity, and determination. Don't miss the chance to explore the extraordinary adventures of a true trailblazer in the world of journalism! Volume 3 begins with her extensive interview with self-proclaimed anarchists, and continues through her undercover infiltrating of Democratic politics at Tammany Hall, visiting the famous Chicago's World Fair, exploring the rise among women who gamble, exposing a fraudulent "mind-reader," and revealing the horrifying practices of a society determined to exterminate New York's stray cat population. Among the articles included in this collection are: Nellie Bly As A Salvation Army Girl Nellie Bly And The Tiger Nellie Bly On "The Midway" A Woman Without A Heart For Women Who Bet On Races Living With A Broken Back Dr. Parkhurst To Nellie Bly Nellie Bly And The Mind-Reader Nellie Bly And The Band Of Mercy Explore the full power of Bly's Blackwing pencil at the height of her fame and influence! From scandalous exposes to heartwarming interviews, "Nellie Bly's World" is your passport to a bygone era of journalistic excellence and daring exploits.
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Page : 776 pages
File Size : 15,52 MB
Release : 1893
Category : American periodicals
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Author : George Thorndike Angell
Publisher :
Page : 398 pages
File Size : 46,83 MB
Release : 1928
Category : Animal welfare
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Page : 326 pages
File Size : 48,96 MB
Release : 1899
Category : Animal welfare
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Author : Peggy Gavan
Publisher : Rutgers University Press
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 33,99 MB
Release : 2019-05-03
Category : History
ISBN : 1978800223
This book tells the stories of the tender-hearted men who adopted stray cats from the cruel streets of nineteenth- and early twentieth-century New York. Its forty-two profiles introduce us to an array of remarkable men and extraordinary cats, including sports team mascots, artists' muses, and presidential pets.
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Page : 308 pages
File Size : 35,22 MB
Release : 1894
Category : Animals
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Page : 852 pages
File Size : 38,38 MB
Release : 1900
Category : Agriculture
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Author : Black band
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Page : 220 pages
File Size : 31,35 MB
Release : 1877
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