A Thousand and One Afternoons in Chicago

Ben Hecht

A Thousand and One Afternoons in Chicago
Format
Hardback
Publisher
Legare Street Press
Published
18 July 2023
Pages
290
ISBN
9781019368848

A Thousand and One Afternoons in Chicago

Ben Hecht

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Originally published in 1922, this collection of short stories offers a witty and insightful portrait of life in Jazz Age Chicago. Hecht, a journalist and screenwriter, captures the sights, sounds, and characters of the city with humor and affection. He covers a wide range of topics, from politics and crime to sports and entertainment, and his writing is marked by a sharp, irreverent style. This book is a classic of Chicago literature and an entertaining read for anyone interested in the city's history and culture.

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