The Bankrupt; Or, Advice to the Insolvent. by James Parkerson
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"The Bankrupt; Or, Advice to the Insolvent" by James Parkerson is a poem written in the early 19th century. This reflective piece explores themes of financial distress and personal downfall, examining the struggles faced by individuals in debt and the consequences of their actions. The work serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of vice and mismanagement, offering moral insights into the impact of one's choices on both personal and familial
relationships. The poem follows a narrator who recounts his descent into bankruptcy due to a life of excess and poor decisions, ultimately leading him to a state of despair and humiliation. As he faces the legal repercussions of his financial misdeeds, he reflects on the emotional toll it takes not only on himself but also on his loved ones, including a faithful wife who suffers due to his choices. The narrative serves to highlight the insidious nature of debt and the social attitudes toward those in financial ruin, while also offering a glimpse of hope through the law’s potential for mercy and starting anew. Through its poignant verses, the poem encapsulates the complexities of human experience in the shadow of financial hardship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Parkerson, James |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Bankrupt; Or, Advice to the Insolvent. A Poem, addressed to a friend, with other pieces |
| Contents | The bankrupt -- The wretched pair -- Lines on the death of Lord Nelson -- Written extempore, on receipt of a letter, dated Sept. 26, 1806. |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1806 S. Kitton edition by David Price. Many thanks to Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library, UK, for kindly supplying the images from which this transcription was made |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 32275 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-32275-9 |
| Release Date | May 6, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 405 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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