The Poacher; Or, Joseph Rushbrook: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Poacher; Or, Joseph Rushbrook is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Marryat, Frederick (1792–1848).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Poacher; Or, Joseph Rushbrook" by Frederick Marryat is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story revolves around Joseph Rushbrook, a former soldier who has turned to poaching as a means of making a living after returning to his native village. The novel explores themes of survival, morality, and the complexities of social class during a time of strict laws against poaching. At the start of the book, we see a bleak November night in Devonshire where three men, having indulged too freely in ale, are trying to return home. The group of intoxicated characters includes a schoolmaster and a pedlar, who debate the effects of alcohol while supporting their heavily drunk companion, Joseph Rushbrook. However, it is revealed that Rushbrook, who is thought to be drunkenly lifeless, is actually very sober and is preparing for a secret mission involving poaching. The tension between the characters and the plight of Rushbrook, combined with hints of his cleverness and underlying desperation, set the stage for an engaging narrative about his life and the challenges he faces as both a husband and a poacher.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Poacher; Or, Joseph Rushbrook
- Author credits: Marryat, Frederick (1792–1848)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
- Fathers and sons -- Fiction
- Murder -- Fiction
- Poachers -- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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