Shorty McCabe on the Job

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Gutenberg ID

21005

Title

Shorty McCabe on the Job

Language

en

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Project Gutenberg

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In this fast-paced urban comedy, Professor Shorty McCabe, a self-styled boxer and detective, navigates a world of shady financiers, eccentric socialites, and legal entanglements. Blending street-smart wit with high-society intrigue, the novel offers a lively look at New York's underbelly through the eyes of a man who fights his battles with fists and fists of steel.

Summary up to 500 words

In Sewell Ford's *Shorty McCabe on the Job*, the narrative follows Professor Shorty McCabe, a man of action and intellect, as he becomes entangled in the chaotic affairs of the late Curtis B. Gordon's estate. Initially hired as a co-executor alongside his longtime nemesis, J. Bayard Steele, McCabe is thrust into a role that defies their history of mutual animosity. The plot thickens when they discover a will appointing them to manage Gordon's vast fortune, a task complicated by the mysterious lawyer R.K. Judson and the financial schemes of the past. The story unfolds through McCabe's unique, colloquial perspective, blending courtroom drama, social gatherings, and personal vendettas. McCabe must navigate the estate's complexities while balancing his moral compass against the corruption that has festered for years. He encounters a vibrant cast of characters, including the spirited Sadie, the mischievous Mabel, and the eccentric Edwin, whose stock deals threaten to disrupt the peace. A significant subplot involves McCabe's trip to the White Mountains with Sadie and her son, where they encounter the eccentric Mrs. Leavitt and her husband, adding layers of humor and social observation to the narrative. As McCabe investigates the mysterious circumstances surrounding Gordon's death and the actions of his associates, he faces the ultimate test: whether to uphold the deceased man's wishes or expose the underlying corruption. The novel concludes with a resolution that honors the spirit of Gordon while leaving the door open for future adventures in the bustling city. Through this whirlwind of events, Ford explores themes of justice, friendship, and the often absurd nature of human endeavor, all filtered through the lively voice of Shorty McCabe.

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• Fiction
• Humor