Fools of Fortune; or, Gambling and Gamblers

"Fools of Fortune; or, Gambling and Gamblers" by John Philip Quinn, is a revealing exploration of gambling, blending personal experiences with observations of society during the late 1800s. The book shines a light into the reach of gambling, its history, and the destruction it leaves on people and communities, mirroring the author’s own quarter-century spent within that world. Quinn openly analyzes the bad habits tied to gambling, hoping to show readers, especially young people, the hidden risks hiding behind the tempting games of luck. Starting with a complete preface and introduction, Quinn speaks about the sad results of gambling and wants to share the truths about a gambler's existence. Detailing private stories that reveal the addictive nature of gambling and the resulting drop in morals. Quinn looks back on his prior promises to leave gambling behind, which were often undermined by the exciting thrill of gaming in his early years and the influences that surrounded him. The tone is both cautious and thoughtful, clearing the way for a closer look at gambling’s historical importance.