Vagabonds All

Vagabonds All

Edward Abbott Parry

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Tradd Street Press
Año de edición:
2026
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Historia social y cultural
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9781025373782
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'Vagabonds All' is a compelling collection of biographical character studies that explores the lives of some of history’s most fascinating rogues, impostors, and social outcasts. Written by the esteemed jurist Edward Abbott Parry, the work delves into the colorful histories of individuals who operated on the fringes of society, from daring highwaymen and cunning charlatans to notorious beggars and pretenders.Through a series of engaging narratives, Parry brings to life figures such as the Tichborne Claimant, Mary Moders (known as the German Princess), and the legendary King of the Beggars, Bampfylde Moore Carew. With a keen eye for human nature and a background in the legal profession, the author examines not only the crimes and deceits of these 'vagabonds' but also the social conditions and legal systems of their respective eras. Each chapter serves as a portrait of non-conformity, capturing the wit, audacity, and often tragic circumstances of those who chose-or were forced into-a life of wandering and deception. This work remains a classic of historical true crime and social history, offering readers a unique glimpse into the underside of past centuries.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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