Celebrated Claimants from Perkin Warbeck to Arthur Orton
By Anonymous
Length9h 43m
About this audiobook
In "Celebrated Claimants from Perkin Warbeck to Arthur Orton," an anonymous author meticulously examines the intriguing world of historical imposters who claimed royal lineage, particularly focusing on figures such as Perkin Warbeck, who purported to be the murdered Prince Edward, and Arthur Orton, the notorious "Tichborne Claimant." This scholarly exploration combines rigorous historical analysis with a compelling narrative style that delves into the socio-political climates of England during their respective eras. It deftly weaves together meticulous research and rich historical detail, making it an engaging read for those interested in the intersection of identity, legitimacy, and the allure of power in a tumultuous historical landscape. The anonymity of the author adds a layer of intrigue to this work, hinting at a possible connection to the realms of historical scholarship or legal studies, where questions of identity and legitimacy are paramount. This background likely informs the author's nuanced understanding of the psychological and societal motivations behind the actions of these claimants, as well as their lasting impact on British history and law. I recommend "Celebrated Claimants from Perkin Warbeck to Arthur Orton" to readers with a keen interest in history, biography, and the peculiarities of human ambition. Whether you're a scholar or a casual reader, this book promises to enlighten and captivate, offering profound insights into the age-old quest for identity and recognition.
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GenreHistory
Length9 hrs 43 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1OTREFIEF—THE SHAM PRINCE DIMITRI.
2PADRE OTTOMANO—THE SUPPOSED HEIR OF SULTAN IBRAHIM.
3MOHAMMED BEY—THE COUNTERFEIT VISCOUNT DE CIGALA.
4THE SELF-STYLED PRINCE OF MODENA.
5JOSEPH—THE FALSE COUNT SOLAR.
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6JOHN LINDSAY CRAWFURD—CLAIMING TO BE EARL OF CRAWFURD.
7JOHN NICHOLS THOM, ALIAS SIR WILLIAM COURTENAY.
8JAMES ANNESLEY—CALLING HIMSELF EARL OF ANGLESEA.
9CAPTAIN HANS-FRANCIS HASTINGS, CLAIMING TO BE EARL OF HUNTINGDON.
10REBOK—THE COUNTERFEIT VOLDEMAR, ELECTOR OF BRANDENBURG.
11ARNOLD DU TILH—THE PRETENDED MARTIN GUERRE.
12PIERRE MÊGE—THE FICTITIOUS DE CAILLE.
13MICHAEL FEYDY—THE SHAM CLAUDE DE VERRE.
14THE BANBURY PEERAGE CASE.
15JAMES PERCY—THE SO-CALLED EARL OF NORTHUMBERLAND.
16THE DOUGLAS PEERAGE CASE.
17ALEXANDER HUMPHREYS—THE PRETENDED EARL OF STIRLING.
18THE SO-CALLED HEIRS OF THE STUARTS.
19JOHN HATFIELD—THE SHAM HONOURABLE ALEXANDER HOPE.
20HERVAGAULT—SOI-DISANT LOUIS XVII. OF FRANCE.
21MATURIN BRUNEAU—SOI-DISANT LOUIS XVII. OF FRANCE.
22NAÜNDORFF—SOI-DISANT LOUIS XVII. OF FRANCE.
23AUGUSTUS MEVES—SOI-DISANT LOUIS XVII. OF FRANCE.
24RICHEMONT—SOI-DISANT LOUIS XVII. OF FRANCE.
25THE REV. ELEAZAR WILLIAMS—SOI-DISANT LOUIS XVII. OF FRANCE.
26THOMAS PROVIS—CALLING HIMSELF SIR RICHARD HUGH SMYTH.
27LAVINIA JANNETTA HORTON RYVES—THE PRETENDED PRINCESS OF CUMBERLAND.
28WILLIAM GEORGE HOWARD—THE PRETENDED EARL OF WICKLOW.
29AMELIA RADCLIFFE—THE SO-CALLED COUNTESS OF DERWENTWATER.
30ARTHUR ORTON—WHO CLAIMED TO BE SIR ROGER CHARLES DOUGHTY TICHBORNE, BART.
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