The Story of a New York House

"The Story of a New York House" by H. C. Bunner, tells of the Dolph family as they navigate the transforming social landscape of New York City in the late 1800s. The story begins with Jacob Dolph, a merchant, thinking about building a new house as he nears retirement, which brings questions of social standing and personal goals to the surface. We meet Abram Van Riper, who holds traditional values, sparking conversations about class and identity. As Jacob, his son, and other merchants pursue their ambitions, the women in their lives seek social recognition, blending personal desires with societal norms in a city undergoing rapid change.