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Secrets of the Streets: 10 Books of Captivating Prostitution Tales
Mrs. Warren's Profession, Twenty tales by twenty women, The London-Bawd, etc.By George Bernard Shaw, George J. Kneeland, Fflorens Roberts, Robert O. Harland, Samuel Paynter Wilson, H. M. Lytle, Elizabeth W. Andrew, Katharine C. Bushnell
Length57h 1m
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Secrets of the Streets: 10 Books of Captivating Prostitution Tales is a compelling anthology that explores the multifaceted world of prostitution through a diverse array of narrative styles and perspectives. Within these pages, readers will find a rich tapestry of stories that range from gritty realism to poignant social commentary, reflecting the complex realities and human experiences associated with the oldest profession. As the narratives unfold, they illuminate themes of survival, societal judgment, and personal liberation, presenting a dynamic literary landscape that prompts reflection and insight into this often-misunderstood facet of society. The contributing authors are a distinguished group featuring renowned figures such as George Bernard Shaw and the insightful voices of Elizabeth W. Andrew and Katharine C. Bushnell, among others. Together, they have woven narratives that resonate with historical and cultural significance, capturing the vibrancy and challenges of their respective eras. This anthology aligns with the historical movements of its time, providing a mirror to society's evolving perceptions and the enduring complexities that arise from the intersections of economics, gender, and morality. Secrets of the Streets offers readers an invaluable opportunity to engage with a spectrum of literary voices and themes within a single volume. It invites readers to immerse themselves in a collective exploration of the trials and triumphs chronicled within, encouraging reflection on both historical and contemporary issues related to prostitution. This anthology is an essential read for anyone interested in the interplay between individual stories and broader social narratives, offering a profound educational journey and a space for dialogue between diverse narratives.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction
Length57 hrs 1 min
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 4, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
16Twenty tales by twenty women: From real life in Chicago (pt. 1)
2Harris's List of Covent Garden Ladies. or Man of Pleasure's Kalendar for the Year, 1788 (pt. 1)
17Twenty tales by twenty women: From real life in Chicago (pt. 2)
3Harris's List of Covent Garden Ladies. or Man of Pleasure's Kalendar for the Year, 1788 (pt. 2)
18Twenty tales by twenty women: From real life in Chicago (pt. 3)
4Tragedies of the White Slave (pt. 1)
19Twenty tales by twenty women: From real life in Chicago (pt. 4)
5Tragedies of the White Slave (pt. 2)
20The London-Bawd: With Her Character and Life (pt. 1)
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6Fifteen Years with the Outcast (pt. 1)
21The London-Bawd: With Her Character and Life (pt. 2)
7Fifteen Years with the Outcast (pt. 2)
22Mrs. Warren's Profession (pt. 1)
8Fifteen Years with the Outcast (pt. 3)
23Mrs. Warren's Profession (pt. 2)
9Fifteen Years with the Outcast (pt. 4)
24Commercialized Prostitution in New York City (pt. 1)
10Fifteen Years with the Outcast (pt. 5)
25Commercialized Prostitution in New York City (pt. 2)
11Chicago and its cess-pools of infamy (pt. 1)
26Commercialized Prostitution in New York City (pt. 3)
12Chicago and its cess-pools of infamy (pt. 2)
27Commercialized Prostitution in New York City (pt. 4)
13The Vice Bondage of a Great City; or, the Wickedest City in the World (pt. 1)
28The Queen's Daughters in India (pt. 1)
14The Vice Bondage of a Great City; or, the Wickedest City in the World (pt. 2)
29The Queen's Daughters in India (pt. 2)
15The Vice Bondage of a Great City; or, the Wickedest City in the World (pt. 3)
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