The Book of Vagabonds and Beggars, with a Vocabulary of Their Language by Luther et al.
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About this eBook
| Editor | Luther, Martin, 1483-1546 |
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| Translator | Hotten, John Camden, 1832-1873 |
| LoC No. | 09033840 |
| Uniform Title | Liber vagatorum. English |
| Title | The Book of Vagabonds and Beggars, with a Vocabulary of Their Language |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Book of Vagabonds and Beggars, with a Vocabulary of Their Language" edited by Martin Luther is a historical account written in the early 16th century. This work delves into the lives, practices, and deceptions of vagabonds and beggars, offering insights into a marginalized segment of society during the Pre-Reformation period in Central Europe. The text serves as a unique exploration of the social dynamics of the time, highlighting the various types of beggars and their cunning methods of soliciting alms, enriched by a specialized vocabulary used among them. At the start of the book, the editor, John Camden Hotten, introduces the reader to the context and significance of Luther's involvement with the text. The opening chapters detail the classifications of vagabonds—ranging from those in genuine need, like honest paupers, to those employing elaborate deceitful tactics, such as pretending to be crippled or falsely claiming past imprisonment. Each type of beggar is described with illustrative anecdotes that serve to both inform the reader and warn against the prevalent trickery. The preface and introduction set the tone for the exploration of this intricate underworld, preparing the reader for a deeper dive into the culture and language of beggars, as well as the social implications of vagrancy in Luther's era. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare |
| Subject | Begging -- Germany |
| Subject | Wayfaring life -- Germany |
| Subject | German language -- Slang |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46287 |
| Release Date | Jul 15, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 259 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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