Toronto by Gaslight: The Night Hawks of a Great City As Seen by the Reporters of "The Toronto News"

** "Toronto by Gaslight: The Night Hawks of a Great City" by Toronto News is a series of descriptive narratives that showcase late 1800s Toronto as the sun goes down. It reveals the hidden world that emerges when most people are asleep, presenting the experiences of those who work through the night. The collection focuses on the after-dark activities of night workers, such as newspaper reporters and bakers, as they navigate vice and poverty in the shadows of a busy city. This paints a picture of the city's nightlife, contrasting the hard work of some with the shadowy activities that only come out at night. It provides a historical snapshot of the era and its distinct atmosphere. **