The book "Lights and Shadows of New York Life, or Sights and Feelings of the Big City" by James Dabney McCabe is a fascinating essay about the various aspects of life in the most famous city in the world. From the author's perspective on architecture and cultural events to everyday scenes and social contradictions, this book reflects the various faces of New York reality. James Dabney McCabe masterfully describes the vivid impressions of the big city, revealing the secrets and mysteries hidden in the labyrinths of New York. This book is an excellent resource both for those who dream of seeing New York with their own eyes, and for those who are already familiar with the city, but want to see it from a new perspective.