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_aGreene, Robert, _d1558?-1592 |
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_aThe Third and Last Part of Conny-Catching. (1592) : _bWith the new deuised knauish arte of Foole-taking |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-12-25 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Alexx Kay, Greg Lindahl and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team | ||
| 520 | _a"The Third and Last Part of Conny-Catching" by Robert Greene is a cautionary publication from the late 16th century, likely during the Elizabethan era. This book serves as an exposition on the criminal underbelly of London, detailing the various cunning tricks and deceptive practices employed by a group known as the "Conny-catchers." The work is a blend of a societal critique and a manual on how these rogues deceive the unwary, emphasizing the need for vigilance among citizens to protect themselves from being cheated. The narrative is structured around a series of anecdotes illustrating the stratagems used by these Conny-catchers to exploit trusting individuals. Through various tales, Greene reveals how the deceivers operate, using charm and cunning disguises to gain the confidence of their victims. The stories showcase a range of characters, including dishonest gentlemen and naive citizens, each falling into traps that lead to theft or deception. By illuminating the tactics of these rogues, the book not only entertains but also serves as a dire warning, urging readers to be cautious and learning from the mistakes of others. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aCrime -- England -- London -- Early works to 1800 | ||
| 653 | _aLondon (England) -- Social life and customs -- Early works to 1800 | ||
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