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The Tricks of the Town: Or, Ways and Means of Getting Money

John, active Thomson

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The Tricks of the Town: Or, Ways and Means of Getting Money

John, active Thomson

British Literature, Humour

The Tricks of the Town: Or, Ways and Means of Getting Money is a satirical work by John Thomson, written in the early 18th century. It explores the various deceptions and schemes employed by individuals in London to exploit the naive for financial gain. Through humorous anecdotes and sharp observations, Thomson reveals the absurdities of urban life and the social dynamics that enable fraud, highlighting the tricks used by tailors, shopkeepers, and fashionable ladies. This work serves as both a commentary on commerce and a critique of societal interactions marked by deception.

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John, active Thomson
1732

English satirist known for his sharp social critique in 'The Tricks of the Town.'

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