Rogues and Vagabonds by George R. Sims
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"Rogues and Vagabonds" by George R. Sims is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds against the backdrop of various societal classes and explores themes of downfall, crime, and desperation, following a range of characters such as the doomed passengers of the sinking ship "Bon Espoir" and the titular characters inhabiting the seedy underbelly of London. The narrative promises a blend of drama and character study as it
traces a series of interconnected lives. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the harrowing scene of the "Bon Espoir" shipwreck, where passengers face the imminent threat of drowning in a calm sea, contrasting the terror of their situation with the almost idyllic conditions surrounding them. Among the passengers is Gurth Egerton, who, in a moment of desperation, confesses to the clergyman on board that he has committed murder. This confession sets the stage for unfolding drama as the ship sinks into the ocean, leaving their fates uncertain. The narrative then transitions to life on land, hinting at the vastly different lives of those who navigate the streets of London, foreshadowing the complex interplay of their destinies throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Sims, George R. (George Robert), 1847-1922 |
|---|---|
| Title | Rogues and Vagabonds |
| Credits | David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | London (England) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Criminals -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 46443 |
| Release Date | Jul 29, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 499 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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