The Witches of New York by Q. K. Philander Doesticks
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"The Witches of New York" by Q. K. Philander Doesticks is a satirical novel written in the mid-19th century. The book dives into the world of fortune-tellers and witches operating in New York City, presenting a humorous yet critical examination of their influence on society and the gullibility of their customers. Through the eyes of a narrator referred to as the "Individual," the story explores various characters in the fortune-telling business, depicting
both their absurdities and the darker implications of their practices. The opening of the novel sets the stage for the narrator's exploration of the city's witches, highlighting his intention to document their practices authentically. In the initial chapters, he formulates a humorous yet critical perspective on their profession, revealing the high volume of clients they attract, including many respectable individuals. The "Individual" recounts his adventures and misadventures in visiting various witches, starting with Madame Prewster, whose dubious practices hint at a more nefarious background. His whimsical observations and entertaining interactions serve to critique both the fortune-tellers and the societal norms that allow such practices to thrive, promising a unique blend of humor and social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Doesticks, Q. K. Philander, 1831-1875 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Witches of New York |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Irma Spehar and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 54.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis |
| Subject | Fortune-telling -- New York (State) -- Humor |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 31717 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-31717-5 |
| Release Date | Mar 21, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 649 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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