1892 NEW YORK Darkness & Daylight NYC Detective Photography Criminal Travelogue



“Darkness and Daylight; or, Lights and Shadows of New York Life” by Mrs. Helen Campbell is a 19th-century comprehensive, insightful exploration of life in New York City from three distinct perspectives: a female missionary, a journalist, and the Chief of the New York Detective Bureau. The volumes multifaceted exploration seeks to truthfully depict the citys varying scenes and conditions, emphasizing the authors extensive practical knowledge, coupled with her empathetic understanding of the citys residents. Mrs. Campbell, known for her philanthropic endeavors and intimate knowledge of the city, focuses on the plight of the poor, the destitute, and the outcasts, offering invaluable insights into their daily lives. The book also benefits from the journalistic expertise of Col. Thomas W. Knox, whose astute observations and vivid descriptions provide a unique perspective on urban life. Complementing these viewpoints, Chief Inspector Thomas Byrnes, a notable figure in the New York Detective Bureau, offers an authoritative account of criminal life and detective experiences, revealing an underbelly of the city thats rarely seen.



The books detailed descriptions are meticulously captured through 232 photographs, showcasing the stark contrasts within the city. With photographs taken in various parts of the city, including low lodging houses, charitable institutions, and even criminal dens, the illustrations aim to provide a faithful representation of the citys life as it was at the time. The authenticity of the images, combined with the insight offered by the text, provide a fascinating visual guide to 19th-century New York City!



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CAMPBELL, Mrs. Helen; ABBOTT, Rev. Lyman; KNOX, Col. Thomas W.; BYRNES, Thomas



Darkness and Daylight; or, Lights and Shadows of New York Life. A Womans Story of Gospel, Temperance, Mission, and Rescue Work “In His Name,” with Hundreds of Thrilling Anecdotes and Incidents, Personal Experiences, Sketches of Life and Characters, Humorous Stories, Touching Home Scenes, and Tales of Tender Pathos, Drawn from the Bright and Shady Sides of City Life.



Hartford, Conn.: A.D. Worthington and Co., 1892. 1st edition



Details:

Collation: Complete

xii, 13-740

232 engravings

Language: English

Binding: Leather

Size: ~9.25in X 6.5in (23.5cm x 16cm)



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