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Set in early nineteenth-century England, the story follows siblings Betsey and Loren Maxwell after their mother is deported for theft. Forced to endure life in a harsh London workhouse, they eventually escape but are caught pickpocketing in Tyburn Square. Facing dire consequences, Betsey's hope is reignited by a visit from Elizabeth Fry, a compassionate Quaker reformer. The narrative explores themes of resilience, the impact of social injustice, and the transformative power of kindness amid adversity.
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The Thieves of Tyburn Square: Introducing Elizabeth Fry, Neta Jackson, Dave Jackson
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- Released
- 2016
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- Title
- The Thieves of Tyburn Square: Introducing Elizabeth Fry
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Neta Jackson, Dave Jackson
- Publisher
- LIGHTNING SOURCE INC
- Publisher
- 2016
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 142
- ISBN13
- 9781939445209
- Category
- Historical prose
- Description
- Set in early nineteenth-century England, the story follows siblings Betsey and Loren Maxwell after their mother is deported for theft. Forced to endure life in a harsh London workhouse, they eventually escape but are caught pickpocketing in Tyburn Square. Facing dire consequences, Betsey's hope is reignited by a visit from Elizabeth Fry, a compassionate Quaker reformer. The narrative explores themes of resilience, the impact of social injustice, and the transformative power of kindness amid adversity.