Publisher's Synopsis
The Cab of the Sleeping Horse is a novel written by John Reed Scott and first published in 1916. The story takes place in New York City and follows the life of a young man named Jimmie Dale, who is a wealthy socialite by day and a notorious thief by night, known as ""The Gray Seal.""Jimmie Dale leads a double life, using his wealth and social connections to cover up his criminal activities. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he receives a mysterious letter from a woman named Margaret, who claims to know his true identity and threatens to expose him if he doesn't help her find a missing diamond.As Jimmie Dale begins to investigate the case, he finds himself drawn into a web of danger and intrigue, encountering a cast of colorful characters along the way, including a beautiful actress, a corrupt police inspector, and a gang of ruthless criminals.The Cab of the Sleeping Horse is a thrilling and suspenseful novel that explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the consequences of one's actions. It is a classic example of early 20th-century American pulp fiction and remains a popular read for fans of the genre.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.
