About this book
A Good Samaritan by Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews is a warm, witty short story that captures turn-of-the-century New York with keen humor and quiet moral power. Set amid Broadway offices, telegraph boys, and the easy camaraderie of two very different cousins, Andrews sketches a compact tale of responsibility, social contrast, and unexpected kindness. Her crisp, observant prose balances comic moments with tender insight into human foibles—ranging from forgetful good nature to the obligations that bind friends and family.
Rooted in early 20th-century urban life, the story highlights themes of compassion, duty, and the small acts that reveal character, while evoking the city’s sounds and hurrying rhythms before modern convenience dulled such immediacy. As a piece of classic fiction and short-form storytelling, it showcases Andrews’s talent for moral nuance without sermonizing, making each scene both entertaining and resonant.
Perfect for listeners who love classic short stories, historical fiction, or character-driven literary fiction, this audiobook is an ideal pick for commutes, quiet evenings, or anyone craving a brief, richly drawn portrait of human goodness in an older New York.
