This collection of stories and anecdotes offers readers a unique look into the seedy underbelly of New York City in the 19th century. From con artists and pickpockets to corrupt politicians and shady businessmen, these tales expose the city's most unsavory characters and their nefarious activities. Anyone interested in the history of New York City or the evolution of American crime will find this book to be a fascinating and insightful read. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.