Publisher's Synopsis
""Stanley Or Playing For Amusement And Betting To Count The Game: Scenes In The South (1860)"" is a novel written by Demosthenes Walker. The story is set in the American South and follows the life of a young man named Stanley, who is a skilled gambler. Stanley enjoys playing cards and other games of chance, both for amusement and for betting purposes. He is also a popular figure in the local community, known for his wit and charm.As the story unfolds, Stanley becomes embroiled in various gambling schemes and encounters a range of colorful characters, including other gamblers, plantation owners, and Southern belles. Along the way, he must navigate the complex social dynamics of the antebellum South, where issues of race and class are always present.Despite the lighthearted tone of much of the novel, ""Stanley Or Playing For Amusement And Betting To Count The Game"" also touches on more serious themes, such as the destructive nature of gambling addiction and the moral implications of exploiting others for personal gain. Through Stanley's experiences, the novel offers a unique glimpse into the world of gambling in the mid-19th century South, as well as a broader commentary on the human condition.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.
