Contents

Chapters in this book

1. Frontmatter i
2. Contents vii
3. Introduction. Imperial New York City 1
4. Chapter One. Where Credit is Due 10
5. Chapter Two. Webs of Dependence 32
6. Chapter Three. The Informal Economy 57
7. Chapter Four. Masters of Distinction 81
8. Chapter Five. Black Cargo Or Crew 106
9. Chapter Six. Status, Commerce, And Conspiracy 132
10. Notes 159
11. Bibliography 193
12. Index 197
13. Acknowledgments 203