The Velvet Black (1921)

The Velvet Black is a novel written by Richard Washburn Child and published in 1921. The story is set in New York City and follows the life of a young man named David Carrington. David is an aspiring writer who is struggling to make a name for himself in the literary world. He is also dealing with personal issues, including a troubled relationship with his father and a failed romance.David's life takes a dramatic turn when he meets a mysterious woman named Sylvia. Sylvia is beautiful and enigmatic, and David is immediately drawn to her. As he gets to know her better, he discovers that she is involved in a dangerous criminal underworld. Despite the risks, David becomes entangled in Sylvia's world and finds himself in over his head.The Velvet Black is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and danger. It is a story that explores the darker side of human nature and the consequences of making bad choices. Richard Washburn Child's writing is vivid and evocative, bringing the setting of 1920s New York City to life. The novel is a classic example of early 20th-century American literature and is a must-read for fans of the genre.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.