Ergebnis für "Beggar, The" in Sozialwissenschaften

From the opening conversation on a railroad trestle, Beggars of Life rattles along like the Fast Flyer Virginia that Tully boards midway through the story. This is the book that defined Tully’s hard-boiled style and set the pattern for the 12 books that followed over the next two decades. Startling in its originality and intensity, Beggars of Life is a breakneck journey made while clinging to the lowest rungs of the social ladder.

Journey into the hidden world of professional begging in France, as brought to life by M. Louis Paulian, author of Paris qui Mendie. Drawing from his own experience and personal investigation, Paulian exposes the realities of mendicity, demonstrating how well-intentioned almsgiving can inadvertently perpetuate this cycle of poverty. In England, despite the efforts of Charity Organisation and Mendicity Societies, professional begging continues to thrive. This revealing account serves as a stark reminder of the work that still needs to be done, and the need for public awareness and engagement in...

Welcome to Beggar’s Bread: a podcast where we invite Christians and truth-seekers to engage with thoughtful sources in an age of disinformation. Hosted by Nick McCulloch-Bauer and Luke Nelessen

Beggars Banquet is a podcast that explores the intersection of food and music. We interview bands and artists to discuss their relationship with food, on and off the road.

The Surprising Adventures of Bampfylde Moore Carew recounts the escapades of a real-life 18th-century rogue who made a career out of deception, disguise, and trickery. From posing as shipwrecked sailors to playing the role of a destitute widow, Carew’s wit and cunning allow him to outsmart the wealthy and powerful. A fascinating glimpse into the life of a master con artist.