The History of Johnny Quæ Genus, the Little Foundling of the Late Doctor…
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"The History of Johnny Quæ Genus, the Little Foundling of the Late Doctor Syntax" is a poem written in the early 19th century. It follows the titular character, Johnny Quæ Genus, a foundling with a unique name and a troubled past, navigating through a world filled with challenges and misfortunes following the death of his benefactor, Doctor Syntax. The book serves as a narrative that explores themes of identity, fate, and the
struggles of life. The beginning of the poem introduces Johnny Quæ Genus, reflecting on the peculiar nature of his name, which was given to him by Doctor Syntax. It highlights his early life marked by the love and care of Mrs. Syntax, who raises him until her own demise. Following her death, Johnny finds himself lost in a harsh world where he faces deceit and hardship. He eventually decides to seek employment in London to uphold his newfound independence. The narrative sets the stage for his adventures and misadventures while establishing a whimsical yet poignant tone that intertwines humor with the trials of the protagonist. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Combe, William, 1742-1823 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Rowlandson, Thomas, 1756-1827 |
| Title |
The History of Johnny Quæ Genus, the Little Foundling of the Late Doctor Syntax. A Poem by the Author of the Three Tours. |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Mary Akers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English wit and humor, Pictorial |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Caricatures and cartoons |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 42299 |
| Release Date | Mar 10, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 464 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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