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Title:
A Set of Rogues
Namely Christopher Sutton, John Dawson, the Señor Don Sanchez Del Castillo De Castelaña and Moll Dawson; Their Wicked Conspiracy, and a True Account of Their Travels and Adventures
Note: Reading ease score: 69.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Linda Cantoni, Tonya Allen, and Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "A Set of Rogues" by Frank Barrett is a historical novel set in the late 19th century. The story follows a group of characters whose lives intertwine through various adventures, primarily centered around Jack Dawson and his daughter Moll, as well as a poet and rogue named Christopher Sutton. The narrative reveals their struggles as performers during a time of social upheaval and misfortune, leading them into unexpected conspiracies and moral dilemmas. The opening of the novel introduces us to the ensemble of characters facing a tumultuous period marked by the plague and a devastating fire that has left London in ruins. Jack Dawson, his daughter Moll, and Christopher Sutton, along with their companion Ned Herring, navigate through a series of unfortunate events—from being jailed to losing their money and belongings. As they attempt to regain their fortunes through theatrical performances, they encounter betrayal and hardship, with Moll’s spirited nature providing a glimmer of hope amidst their despair. The chapter sets the tone for the ensuing adventures and challenges that will test their loyalty and resilience as they embark on a dubious scheme that could change their lives forever. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Barrett, Frank, 1848-1926
EBook No.: 10727
Published: Jan 1, 2004
Downloads: 103
Language: English
Subject: English fiction
Subject: Impostors and imposture -- Fiction
Subject: Adventure and adventurers -- Fiction
Subject: Pirates -- Fiction
Subject: Rogues and vagabonds -- Fiction
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Charles II, 1660-1685 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
A Set of Rogues
Namely Christopher Sutton, John Dawson, the Señor Don Sanchez Del Castillo De Castelaña and Moll Dawson; Their Wicked Conspiracy, and a True Account of Their Travels and Adventures
Note: Reading ease score: 69.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Linda Cantoni, Tonya Allen, and Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "A Set of Rogues" by Frank Barrett is a historical novel set in the late 19th century. The story follows a group of characters whose lives intertwine through various adventures, primarily centered around Jack Dawson and his daughter Moll, as well as a poet and rogue named Christopher Sutton. The narrative reveals their struggles as performers during a time of social upheaval and misfortune, leading them into unexpected conspiracies and moral dilemmas. The opening of the novel introduces us to the ensemble of characters facing a tumultuous period marked by the plague and a devastating fire that has left London in ruins. Jack Dawson, his daughter Moll, and Christopher Sutton, along with their companion Ned Herring, navigate through a series of unfortunate events—from being jailed to losing their money and belongings. As they attempt to regain their fortunes through theatrical performances, they encounter betrayal and hardship, with Moll’s spirited nature providing a glimmer of hope amidst their despair. The chapter sets the tone for the ensuing adventures and challenges that will test their loyalty and resilience as they embark on a dubious scheme that could change their lives forever. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Barrett, Frank, 1848-1926
EBook No.: 10727
Published: Jan 1, 2004
Downloads: 103
Language: English
Subject: English fiction
Subject: Impostors and imposture -- Fiction
Subject: Adventure and adventurers -- Fiction
Subject: Pirates -- Fiction
Subject: Rogues and vagabonds -- Fiction
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Charles II, 1660-1685 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.