The Life and Complete Works in Prose and Verse of Robert Greene, Vol. 10 of 12: A Notable Discovery of Coosnage; The Second Part of Conny-Catching; ... Betweene a Hee and Shee Conny-Catcher, 1591- - Couverture souple

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1333062788
ISBN 13: 9781333062781
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 340
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The Life and Complete Works in Prose and Verse of Robert Greene, Vol. 10 of 12

Robert Greene

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ISBN 10 : 1333062788 ISBN 13 : 9781333062781

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the murky world of 16th-century London, exposing the intricate and widespread practice of con artistry. The author, himself a man of the times, offers a unique firsthand perspective on these criminal networks, providing a glimpse into the dark underbelly of Elizabethan England. The text meticulously unveils the "Art of Conny-catching", a sophisticated system of card-based deception aimed at preying on unsuspecting country folk. The author then exposes the equally devious "Art of Cros-biting", a scheme that utilized prostitution and coercion to strip victims of their wealth. The book's captivating prose offers a window into the social anxieties of the era, highlighting the rampant fear of poverty and the vulnerability of the common man to these unscrupulous characters. The author's detailed descriptions of the con artists' techniques, their jargon, and their internal code of conduct paint a vivid picture of a clandestine world operating beneath the surface of polite society. Beyond its expos�� of criminal activity, the book reveals a profound social critique, exposing the moral decay that thrived alongside the burgeoning wealth and prosperity of the Elizabethan era. Its insights into the vulnerability of the innocent and the cunning of the deceitful make this book a fascinating read, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of intrigue and deception. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781333062781_0

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