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Jack Sheppard is a novel by William Harrison Ainsworth serially published in Bentley's Miscellany from 1839 to 1840. It is a historical romance and a Newgate novel based on the real life of the 18th-century criminal Jack Sheppard.

"You will continue as you are," said Jonathan Wild, standing over the heavy bag of money. "My slave " "Slave?" echoed Jack, starting to his feet. "It's time you knew whom you have to deal with. Henceforth I throw off the yoke. I will neither stir hand nor... Read Full Overview

George Ade (February 9, 1866 - May 16, 1944) was an American writer, newspaper columnist, and playwright.George Ade was born in Kentland, Indiana, one of seven children raised by John and Adaline (Bush) Ade. While attending Purdue University, he became a member of the Sigma Chi... Read Full Overview

Jack Sheppard is a novel by William Harrison Ainsworth serially published in Bentley's Miscellany from 1839 to 1840, with illustrations by George Cruikshank. It is a historical romance and a Newgate novel based on the real life of the 18th-century criminal Jack Sheppard. Plot... Read Full Overview

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A swashbuckling adventure tale, Jack Sheppard tells the story of a notorious thief and jailbreaker in 18th-century England. Ainsworth's vivid descriptions and colorful characters bring this thrilling historical romance to life.

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A swashbuckling adventure tale, Jack Sheppard tells the story of a notorious thief and jailbreaker in 18th-century England. Ainsworth's vivid descriptions and colorful characters bring this thrilling historical romance to life.

This work has been selected by scholars... Read Full Overview