Gargoyles

Gargoyles by Ben Hecht is a novel that explores the dark and mysterious world of these grotesque stone creatures that adorn the tops of buildings. The story follows the lives of several gargoyles who come to life at night and roam the city streets, observing and commenting on the human world below. As the gargoyles watch over the city, they witness the corrupt and immoral behavior of humans, and they struggle to understand the complexities of human nature. The novel delves into themes of morality, justice, and the meaning of life, as the gargoyles grapple with their own existence and purpose in the world. Through vivid descriptions and poetic prose, Hecht brings to life the eerie and atmospheric world of the gargoyles, painting a picture of a city that is both beautiful and haunting. The novel is a unique and thought-provoking exploration of the human condition, told through the eyes of these mythical creatures.1922. American screenwriter, director, producer, playwright, novelist, the Shakespeare of Hollywood, who received screen credits, alone or in collaboration, for the stories or screenplays of some 70 films. His novel, Gargoyles begins: The calendars said-1900. It was growing warm. George Cornelius Basine emerged from Madam Minnie�������s house of ill fame at five o�������clock on a Sabbath May morning. He was twenty-five years old, neatly dressed, a bit unshaven and whistling valiantly, Won�������t you come home, Bill Bailey, won�������t you come home? Considering the high estate which was to be his, as the estimable Senator Basine, the introduction savors of malice. But, it must be remembered, this was twenty-two years ago, and moreover, in a day before the forces of decency had triumphed. The Soul of man was still unregenerate. Prostitutes, saloons, hellholes still flourished unchallenged in the city�������s heart. And Basine even at twenty-five was not one of those aggravating anomalies who pride themselves upon being ahead of their time; or behind their time. Basine was of his time.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.