Harry Stephen Keeler

This author gained renown for his vivid portrayals of American urban life. Many of his novels are set in Chicago, which the author affectionately termed 'the London of the West.' He found parallels in the city's diverse populace, the cacophony of languages, and the bustling street life, mirroring the vibrant, often chaotic, atmosphere of the British capital. His work delves into the anonymity and multifaceted character of metropolitan settings, sometimes even inventing generic or nameless cities in his later narratives, capturing the restless energy of city dwellers with a distinctive narrative voice.