Jack Sheppard: A Romance, Vol. 1 (of 3) by William Harrison Ainsworth

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Author Ainsworth, William Harrison, 1805-1882
Illustrator Cruikshank, George, 1792-1878
Title Jack Sheppard: A Romance, Vol. 1 (of 3)
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Note Reading ease score: 73.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "Jack Sheppard: A Romance, Vol. 1 (of 3)" by William Harrison Ainsworth is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The story is set during the early 18th century and revolves around the life of Jack Sheppard, a notorious housebreaker, and his connections to a widow, Mrs. Sheppard, who is struggling to raise her son after the execution of her husband. The narrative explores themes of poverty, crime, and the fate of the next generation influenced by their parents' choices. The opening of the book introduces us to the bleak and deteriorating surroundings of London’s Old Mint, where Mrs. Sheppard, the widow of a criminal, lives in poverty with her sickly infant son. As Mr. Wood, a carpenter, offers her assistance, Mrs. Sheppard grapples with her uncertain future and the heavy burden of her husband's legacy on her son. The scene quickly escalates when a series of ominous events involving a fugitive named Darrell, and a violent altercation with a ruffian named Blueskin unfold, hinting at the dangers and desperate measures characters will face in their intertwining fates. The opening sets a dark tone, illustrating the harsh realities of life in a crime-ridden area and foreshadowing the struggles that lie ahead for all characters involved. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject England -- Fiction
Subject Sheppard, Jack, 1702-1724 -- Fiction
Subject Thieves -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 44521
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 21, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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