Joan of the Alley is a novel written by Frederick Orin Bartlett and originally published in 1904. The story takes place in the slums of New York City and follows the life of Joan, a young girl who is forced to grow up quickly in a harsh and unforgiving environment. Joan is a streetwise and resourceful character who must navigate a world of poverty, crime, and corruption in order to survive.Throughout the novel, Joan encounters a variety of characters, including other children living in the alley, a gang of criminals, and a kind-hearted doctor who takes an interest in her well-being. As Joan struggles to make a life for herself, she must also confront the harsh realities of her surroundings, including violence, addiction, and exploitation.Despite the challenges she faces, Joan remains determined to succeed and to make a better life for herself. As the story unfolds, she learns important lessons about trust, loyalty, and the power of friendship. Ultimately, Joan of the Alley is a powerful and moving portrait of life in the slums of New York City at the turn of the century, and a testament to the resilience and strength of the human spirit.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.