Celebrated Claimants from Perkin Warbeck to Arthur Orton by Anonymous

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Author Anonymous
LoC No. 2003612131
Title Celebrated Claimants from Perkin Warbeck to Arthur Orton
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Summary "Celebrated Claimants from Perkin Warbeck to Arthur Orton" by Anonymous is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book compiles notable cases of individuals who claimed to be heirs to titles and properties, delving into their backgrounds, motivations, and the aftermath of their pretensions. The text seeks to explore these remarkable claims, blending elements of intrigue and legal drama throughout different historical periods. The opening of the work introduces the historical context of various impostors, beginning with figures like Jack Cade and Lambert Simnel, who made ambitious claims to nobility and royal lineage during political turmoil in England. The text outlines their actions, the response of contemporary society, and the ultimate fates of these claimants, often highlighting the interplay between legitimacy, power, and deception in their pursuits. It sets the stage for a discussion of subsequent claimants, including the famous cases of Perkin Warbeck and Arthur Orton, establishing a theme of intrigue and the quest for identity that runs throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class CT: History: Biography
Subject Impostors and imposture -- Biography
Category Text
EBook-No. 16486
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 12, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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