“New York is Babylon : Brooklyn is the truly Holy City. New York is the city of envy, office work, and hustle; Brooklyn is the region of homes and happiness.... There is no hope for New Yorkers, for their glory in Their skyscraping sins; but in Brooklyn there is the wisdom of the lowly.”
This book is a satirical and humorous look at the 19th-century carriage trade, offering a glimpse into the lives of drivers and passengers. It delves into the social hierarchy and the changing nature of travel during that era. more
Christopher Morley was an American journalist and writer, born on May 5, 1890, in Pennsylvania, and died on March 28, 1957. Known for his humorous and witty writing style, Morley is considered an important figure in American literature of the 20th century. more
“Unlearned men of books assume the care, As eunuchs are the guardians of the fair.”
“Husbands and wives generally understand when opposition will be vain.”