The Life of Mr. Richard Savage by Mr. Beckingham and Daniel Defoe
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"The Life of Mr. Richard Savage" by Mr. Beckingham and Daniel Defoe is a historical account written in the early 18th century. This book delves into the life of the unfortunate poet Richard Savage, detailing his struggles, misfortunes, and the tumultuous circumstances leading to his trial for murder. The narrative explores themes of illegitimacy, familial rejection, and resilience amidst adversity. The book recounts Savage's tragic beginnings, starting with the scandal surrounding his
birth, as the illegitimate son of a noblewoman, which set the stage for a life filled with hardship and societal scorn. The narrative captures Savage's attempts to navigate life as a poet in a world that frequently derides such pursuits, alongside details of his friendships, aspirations, and the events that culminated in the fatal incident leading to his trial for murder. Following a dispute in a coffeehouse, Savage finds himself entangled in a life-altering legal battle where his character is put to the test, ultimately offering a profound reflection on the nature of fortune and the human spirit in the face of relentless calamity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Dubious author | Beckingham, Mr. (Charles), 1699-1731 |
|---|---|
| Dubious author | Defoe, Daniel, 1661?-1731 |
| Title |
The Life of Mr. Richard Savage Who was Condemn'd with Mr. James Gregory, the last Sessions at the Old Baily, for the Murder of Mr. James Sinclair, at Robinson's Coffee-house at Charing-Cross. |
| Alternate Title | The Life of Mister Richard Savage |
| Note | Anonymous pamphlet variously attributed to Charles Beckingham or Daniel Defoe. |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, Richard J. Shiffer and the Distributed Proofreading volunteers at www.pgdp.net for Project Gutenberg. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 55.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Authors, English -- 18th century -- Biography |
| Subject | Savage, Richard, -1743 |
| Subject | Murderers -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 36983 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-36983-9 |
| Release Date | Aug 6, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 552 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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