The Book of Vagabonds and Beggars, with a Vocabulary of Their Language
Exploring the Underground Culture: A Slang Dictionary of Outcasts and Literary OutlawsBy Various
Length1h 38m
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The Book of Vagabonds and Beggars, with a Vocabulary of Their Language is a fascinating exploration of the marginalized social classes of its time, combining ethnographic observation with a rich linguistic study. This unique compendium offers not only detailed accounts of the lives and struggles faced by vagabonds and beggars but also serves as a linguistic treasure trove by documenting the distinct jargon and vernacular that characterize their subculture. The book's literary style is imbued with a blend of realism and romanticism, capturing the harsh realities of life on the fringes of society while also granting voice to the often overlooked human experiences bound within this lifestyle. The authors behind this significant work remain varied, representing a collective of writers and social observers who often had intimate interactions with the outcasts they depict. Their motivations likely stemmed from both a deep-seated curiosity about social structures and a compassionate desire to shine light on the lives of those relegated to the margins. This pursuit of understanding not only broadens the reader'Äôs perspective but also critiques societal norms and values of their respective eras. For readers interested in social history, language, or the complexities of human experience, The Book of Vagabonds and Beggars offers an enlightening and poignant examination of lives lived outside conventional society. It stands as an essential text for anyone seeking to understand the language and lives of those society often prefers to overlook.
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GenreHistory
Length1 hr 38 mins
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Publish dateMay 19, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
22Of the Gickisses, or Blind Beggars.
2INTRODUCTION.
23Of the Schwanfelders, Blickschlahers, or Naked Beggars.
3LIBER VAGATORUM
24Of the Voppers, or Demoniacs.
4MARTIN LUTHER
25Of the Dallingers, or Hangmen.
5ENGLISH BOOKS ON VAGABONDS
26Of the Dützbetterins, or Lying-in Women.
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6ANCIENT CUSTOMS OF ENGLISH BEGGARS
27Of the Süntvegers, or (pretended) Murderers.
7GERMAN ORIGIN OF TRICS PRACTISED BY ENGLISH VAGABONDS
28Of the female Süntvegers.
8OLD GERMAN CANT WORDS
29Of the Bil-wearers, or (pretended) pregnant Women.
9THE BOOK OF VAGABONDS AND BEGGARS WITH A PREFACE BY MARTIN LUTHER
30Of the Virgins (Jungfrauen), or pretended Lepers.
10MARTIN LUTHER’S PREFACE.
31Of the Mümsen, or Spurious Beggars.
11¶ Part the First of this little Book.
32Of the Over-Sönzen-Goers, or pretended Noblemen and Knights.
12Of the Bregers or Beggars
33Of the Kandierers, or pretended Mercers.
13Of the Stabülers, or Bread Gatherers.
34Of the Veranerins, or baptized Jewesses.
14Of the Lossners, or liberated Prisoners.
35Of Christianers, Calmierers, or (pretended) Pilgrims.
15Of the Klenkners, or Cripples.
36Of the Seffers, or Salvers.
16Of Dobissers, or Dopfers, Church-mendicants.
37Of the Schweigers, or the Jaundiced.
17Of Kammesierers, or Learned Beggars.
38Of the Burkhart.
18Of Vagrants (Vagierern), or Strollers.
39Of the Platschierers, or Blind Harpers.
19Of the Grantners, or Knaves with the falling Sickness.
40¶ The Second Part.
20Of the Dutzers.
41¶ THE THIRD PART OF THIS LITTLE BOOK IS THE VOCABULARY.
21Of Schleppers, or False Begging Priests.
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