| Author |
Thomson, John, active 1732 |
| Title |
The Tricks of the Town: or, Ways and Means of getting Money
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 45.3 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"The Tricks of the Town: or, Ways and Means of getting Money" by Thomson is a satirical work written in the early 18th century. This publication explores various deceptions and schemes used by cunning individuals in society to exploit the naive and unsuspecting in their pursuit of wealth. Through vivid anecdotes and humorous observations, it reveals the myriad ways people have devised to profit at the expense of others. The opening of the book introduces the reader to a commentary on the art of money-making and the social dynamics at play in a bustling metropolis. Thomson highlights the absurdities of urban life, outlining strategies used by various societal actors—from tailors and shopkeepers to ladies of fashion and their maids—who engage in tricks to benefit financially, often under the guise of politeness or friendship. The narrative is interspersed with anecdotes that illustrate these concepts, emphasizing themes of deception, commerce, and the often humorous yet tragic outcomes of such interactions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
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| Subject |
London (England) -- Social life and customs
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| Subject |
Crime -- England -- London
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| Subject |
London (England) -- Social conditions
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| Subject |
Criminals -- England -- London
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| Subject |
Fraud
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
29582 |
| Release Date |
Aug 3, 2009 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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