This classic novel about the jazzy, neon-lit world of 1920s New York is a must-read for fans of American literature and cultural history. Written by renowned author and critic Carl Van Vechten, The Merry-go-round follows a diverse cast of characters through the ups and downs of life in the big city. From speakeasies to high society salons, Van Vechten's prose captures the vibrant energy and dizzying excitement of the roaring twenties.

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