Cuthbert Conny-Catcher: The Defense Of Conny-Catching, 1592 (1592) - Paperback

Cuthbert Conny-Catcher: The Defense of Conny-Catching, 1592 is a book written by an anonymous author who goes by the name Conny-Catcher. The book was published in 1592 and focuses on the art of conny-catching, which refers to the act of deceiving and swindling people out of their money. The book is written in the form of a defense of conny-catching, arguing that it is a legitimate profession and a necessary part of society. The author claims that conny-catchers are skilled individuals who use their wit and intelligence to outsmart their victims, and that their actions are no different from those of lawyers or merchants who use their skills to make a living. The book also includes a number of anecdotes and examples of successful conny-catching scams, as well as advice for aspiring conny-catchers on how to avoid getting caught by the authorities. Overall, Cuthbert Conny-Catcher: The Defense of Conny-Catching, 1592 provides a fascinating glimpse into the seedy world of Elizabethan England and the tricks and tactics used by con artists to make a living.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.