The City of Comrades by Basil King
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"The City of Comrades" by Basil King is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the struggles of individuals living on the fringes of society, focusing on complex themes of human connection and redemption. At its center is a discreet but deeply conflicted protagonist, who is drawn into a life of crime while battling his own demons and the expectations of society. The opening of the narrative
introduces us to a grim and bustling New York City in June 1913, setting the stage for themes of desperation and the quest for belonging. We meet the protagonist, a nameless man, in the company of Lovey, a disheveled figure suggesting a petty crime involving two wealthy old ladies. As the protagonist wrestles with moral dilemmas, he reflects on his past, revealing a painful history and aspirations cut short by failures and societal rejection. The tone is tense as he contemplates his next move in a city filled with opportunity yet fraught with danger, while Lovey's eagerness contrasts with the protagonist's apprehension. The stage is set for a gripping exploration of the human condition and the profound bonds that form in moments of crisis. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | King, Basil, 1859-1928 |
|---|---|
| Title | The City of Comrades |
| Credits | The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Canadian fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 64255 |
| Release Date | Jan 10, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 350 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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