This work is a collection of absorbing short stories by American writer Henry Cuyler Bunner. These stories wonderfully depict the scenes and people of New York City. These stories playfully present America's social life and customs prevalent during his time. Bunner was famous for his short stories and sketches. His works were praised for being fun and always having a smooth finish. The short stories in the book include: The Cumbersome Horse Mr. Vincent Egg and the Wage of Sin The Ghoollah Cutwater of Seneca Mr. Wick's Aunt What Mrs. Fortescue Did "The Man with the Pink Pants" The Third Figure in the Cotillion "Samantha Boom-de-ay" My Dear Mrs. Billington
