Justice in the By-Ways, a Tale of Life

· 1891

“A rebellion or an invasion alarms, And puts the people upon its defence; But a corruption of principles Works its ruin more slowly perhaps, But more surely.” Preface CHAPTER I.—Tom Swiggs’ Seventh Introduction on board of the Brig Standfast CHAPTER II.—Madame Flamingo—Her Distinguished Patrons, and her very respectable House CHAPTER III.—In which the Reader is presented with a Varied Picture CHAPTER IV.—A few Reflections on the Cure of Vice CHAPTER V.—In which Mr. Snivel, commonly called the Accommodation Man, is introduced, and what takes place between him and Mrs. Swiggs. CHAPTER VI.—Containing Sundry Matters appertaining to this History CHAPTER VII.—In which is seen a Commingling of Cit…

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