Guys and Dolls and Other Writings

Damon Runyon, Pete Hamill, Daniel R. Schwarz

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Penguin Classics
27 May 2008

Literature, Poetry & Criticism; Classic fiction (pre c 1945)

From Dave the Dude to Al Capone- a defining collection from the world of Damon Runyon

Damon Runyon grew up in the West, moved to New York City, and became one of the leading voices of American popular culture. From sports writing to short fiction, this unique collection offers an eclectic sampling of his extraordinary talent. Here are newspaper pieces, stories- including the last one he ever composed-poetry, and, of course, the Broadway tales for which he is chiefly remembered- Guys and Dolls, Blood Pressure, The Bloodhounds of Broadway, and others. Featuring works that are impossible to find elsewhere, and Runyon's signature eye for detail-particularly the sounds, smells, and tastes of New York-this book brings an American icon to a new generation of readers.

For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust theseries to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-datetranslations by award-winning translators.

By: Damon Runyon
Notes by: Daniel R. Schwarz
Introduction by: Pete Hamill
Imprint: Penguin Classics
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: Annotated edition
Dimensions: Height: 196mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 38mm
Weight: 492g
ISBN: 9780141186726
ISBN 10: 0141186720
Pages: 656
Publication Date: 27 May 2008
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Damon Runyon (1880-1946) grew up in the West, moved to New York City, and became one of the leading voices of American popular culture. He is best remembered for his descriptions of New York City's Broadway society during the Prohibition era.