Publisher's Synopsis
Gods Puppets: A Story of Old New York is a historical fiction novel written by Imogen Clark. The story is set in the late 19th century in New York City and follows the lives of two young women, Lucy and Ruth, who come from very different backgrounds. Lucy is a wealthy socialite who is engaged to a prominent businessman, while Ruth is a poor immigrant who works in a factory to support her family.Despite their differences, Lucy and Ruth become friends and their lives become intertwined as they navigate the challenges of life in New York City. As they get to know each other, they begin to realize that their worlds are not as different as they once thought.The novel explores themes of class, immigration, and the struggle for women's rights during this time period. It also delves into the darker side of New York City, including the corruption and violence that were rampant in the city at the time.Gods Puppets is a compelling story that will transport readers back in time to experience the sights and sounds of old New York City. It is a tale of friendship, love, and the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
