In the glossaries of cant or theives' talk we are given a…
““In the glossaries of cant or theives' talk we are given a veritable dramatis personae of the land rovers, all those who rejected wage labor: the Abraham-men, palliards clapperdudgeons, whipjacks, dummerers, files, dunakers, cursitors, Roberds-men, swadlers, prigs, anglers, fraters, rufflers, bawdy-baskets, autem-morts, walking morts, doxies, and dells.””
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Various marginalized groups reject wage labor, forming a colorful cast of alternative identities.
In simple terms: Outsiders reject wage labor, creating diverse identities.
Explore non‑conformist paths beyond mainstream work.
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When to use this quote
- activism
- academic study
- creative writing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivates groups to reject wage labor?
- How do these identities influence society?