Rogues and vagabonds by Compton MacKenzie

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Author MacKenzie, Compton, 1883-1972
LoC No. 27008459
Title Rogues and vagabonds
Original Publication New York: George H. Doran Company, 1927.
Note Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Steve Mattern, Quentin Campbell, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "Rogues and Vagabonds" by Compton MacKenzie is a novel written in the early 20th century. It captures the whimsical and vibrant world of London's pleasure gardens through the lens of theatrical and pyrotechnic spectacles. The narrative revolves around Letizia Oriano, a young woman poised to perform a daring act at "Neptune's Grotto," a tavern that embodies an era on the cusp of change, hinting at societal transformations and personal conflicts interwoven with the drama of her mother's ambitions. The opening of "Rogues and Vagabonds" introduces readers to "Neptune's Grotto" and the excitement of a fireworks show produced by Madame Oriano, Letizia’s mother. Set in 1829, the chapter captures a lively scene filled with patrons drawn to the spectacle of light and sound. As Madame prepares for the grand finale that features Letizia, we witness the underlying tension through the characters' interactions, particularly Letizia's defiance and Caleb Fuller's brooding jealousy. This dynamic unfolds against a backdrop of encroaching modernization, signaling changes that threaten traditional pleasures and relationships, setting the tone for the intertwining lives of these colorful characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Families -- Fiction
Subject Theater -- Great Britain -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 71848
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 29, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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