Forty Years a Gambler on the Mississippi by George H. Devol

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Author Devol, George H., 1829-1903
LoC No. 07021512
Title Forty Years a Gambler on the Mississippi
Credits Produced by Ed Ferris
Summary "Forty Years a Gambler on the Mississippi" by George H. Devol is a memoir written in the late 19th century. This historical account chronicles the author's extensive experiences as a professional gambler on the Mississippi River, detailing the thrills and perils he encountered over four decades. The narrative likely covers various adventures, notable characters, and unique incidents that shaped his life in the gambling world. The opening of the memoir sets the stage for Devol's journey, beginning with his childhood in Marietta, Ohio, where he was a mischievous boy who early on developed a fascination with card games and gambling. By the age of ten, he was working as a cabin boy on steamboats, and it wasn't long before he learned the tricks of the gambling trade. Devol recounts his initial experiences with various games, including how he started to cheat and make significant winnings from unsuspecting players. As the memoir unfolds, it hints at a life filled with adventures, confrontations, and the socio-cultural dynamics of gambling during that era, providing a vivid backdrop to the author's journey as both a skilled gambler and a colorful character of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F350.5: United States local history: Mississippi River and Valley. Middle West
Subject Mississippi River -- Description and travel
Subject Devol, George H., 1829-1903
Subject Gambling -- Mississippi River -- History -- 19th century
Subject Gambling on river boats -- Mississippi River -- History -- 19th century
Subject Frontier and pioneer life -- Mississippi River
Subject Gamblers -- Mississippi River -- Biography
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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