Episode 156: Beggars, Cheats and Thieves
The History of English Podcast

Episode 156: Beggars, Cheats and Thieves

2022-02-04
In the 1500s, England saw a significant rise in the number of beggars and vagabonds. Those who couldn’t survive by begging often turned to thievery, gambling and fraud. By the mid-1500s, books and pamphlets were being published that highlighted the … Continue reading →
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