Runyon From First To Last: A Second Runyon Omnibus
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
Runyon From First To Last: A Second Runyon Omnibus presents a vibrant collection of short stories that transport readers to the colorful, often gritty, world of Broadway and its denizens. This volume chronicles the lives of gamblers, gangsters, and showgirls with a distinctive blend of wit and streetwise wisdom. The author illustrates the unique argot and moral codes of his unforgettable characters, painting a vivid portrait of a bygone era. Each narrative offers a glimpse into the human condition, marked by both humor and a poignant understanding of life's complexities. This omnibus captures the essence of a master storyteller, offering both new and familiar tales.
Author: Damon Runyon
Format: Hardback
Published: 1954, Constable
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
Runyon From First To Last: A Second Runyon Omnibus presents a vibrant collection of short stories that transport readers to the colorful, often gritty, world of Broadway and its denizens. This volume chronicles the lives of gamblers, gangsters, and showgirls with a distinctive blend of wit and streetwise wisdom. The author illustrates the unique argot and moral codes of his unforgettable characters, painting a vivid portrait of a bygone era. Each narrative offers a glimpse into the human condition, marked by both humor and a poignant understanding of life's complexities. This omnibus captures the essence of a master storyteller, offering both new and familiar tales.