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Unknown |
| Title |
The Surprising Adventures of Bampfylde Moore Carew, King of the Beggars
Containing his Life, a Dictionary of the Cant Language, and many Entertaining Particulars of that Extraordinary Man
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Transcribed from the 1850’s Thomas Allman and Son edition by David Price
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| Summary |
"The Surprising Adventures of Bampfylde Moore Carew, King of the Beggars" by Unknown is a fictional account written in the early 19th century. The book chronicles the life and escapades of Bampfylde Moore Carew, who rises from the status of a gentleman to become the charismatic leader of a group of beggars and gypsies. Through clever disguises and ingenious stratagems, Carew navigates a world of deception while revealing insights about society's interactions with its less fortunate members. The opening of the narrative introduces Mr. Bampfylde Moore Carew, detailing his noble lineage and early education, which sets the stage for his adventurous life. His transformation begins when he encounters a group of gypsies, leading to his initiation into their community with all its unique customs and laws. Carew's natural charm and quick wit quickly elevate him within the ranks of the mendicants, and he undertakes various exploits, masterfully adopting different identities to elicit sympathy and assistance from the public. The beginning establishes Carew's character as a complex figure defined by both his societal critique and his personal journey of self-discovery, which promises an engaging exploration of society's underbelly. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
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| Subject |
Romanies
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| Subject |
Carew, Bampfylde Moore, 1693-1770?
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| Subject |
Cant -- Dictionaries
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
27210 |
| Release Date |
Nov 9, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Nov 10, 2008 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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