Dave Ranney. Or, Thirty Years on the Bowery; An Autobiography
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Dave Ranney. Or, Thirty Years on the Bowery; An Autobiography

An Immersive Journey Through 19th Century BoweryBy Dave Ranney
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Length2h 34m

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In "Dave Ranney. Or, Thirty Years on the Bowery; An Autobiography," Dave Ranney delivers a raw, unflinching account of his life on the fringes of society, especially along the infamous Bowery in New York City. With striking prose that oscillates between stark realism and lyrical reflection, Ranney captures the complexities of urban life, delving into themes of survival, addiction, and community. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the late 20th century, a period marked by social upheaval and shifting cultural landscapes, providing a lens through which to view the lives of those often relegated to the margins. This autobiographical piece is not only a testimony to personal endurance but also a critique of societal constructs that govern perception and existence. Dave Ranney, a voice emerging from a decade marked by disillusionment and transformation, draws upon his own tumultuous experiences to encapsulate the realities of life on the Bowery. His background, shaped by significant personal struggles and encounters with poverty, lends authenticity and emotional depth to his writing. His path to authorship is paved by a determination to illuminate the narratives often left untold, exposing the intrinsic humanity found within the shadows of urban life. I wholeheartedly recommend "Dave Ranney. Or, Thirty Years on the Bowery" to readers seeking a profound exploration of resilience within the urban underbelly. This autobiography serves not only as a personal journey but as a broader reflection on societal challenges, making it an essential read for those interested in social commentary, memoir, and the intricate fabric of human experience.

Audiobook details

GenreBiography and Memoir
Length2 hrs 34 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 12, 2023
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction
18SOMETHING NEW
2MARRIAGE
19A POOR OUTCAST
3WANDERINGS
20RESCUED FROM A DIVE
4THE TURNING-POINT
21"TELL HER THE LATCH-STRING IS OUT"
5BROOME STREET TABERNACLE
22LODGING-HOUSE MISSIONARY
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6A NEW MAN IN CHRIST JESUS
23FROM NOTHING TO $5000 A YEAR
7FISHING FOR A DINNER
24A MISSIONARY IN COURT
8PRAYERS IN A LODGING-HOUSE
25A COUNT DISGUISED AS A TRAMP
9THE STORY OF AN OVERCOAT
26A MUSICIAN WON TO CHRIST
10DELIVERING TELEPHONE BOOKS
27SAVED THROUGH AN OUTDOOR MEETING
11TESTIFYING IN A LUMBER YARD
28JIM THE BRICKLAYER
12CHURCH OF SEA AND LAND
29A CESSPOOL
13MY FIRST SERMON
30A REMARKABLE DRUNKARD
14THE TESTIMONY OF A GAMBLER
31FORGIVING FOR CHRIST'S SAKE
15TRIED IN THE FIRE
32SAVED ON THE THRESHOLD OF VICE
16A TESTING TIME
33THE PRODIGAL SON ON THE BOWERY
17LEADING A MEETING
34LAST WORDS

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