The King of Beggars
James Ravencroft was a well-to-do broker whose name in financial circles was one to conjure with during the palmy days of his career; he becomes gradually reduced to poverty, but manages to ... Read allJames Ravencroft was a well-to-do broker whose name in financial circles was one to conjure with during the palmy days of his career; he becomes gradually reduced to poverty, but manages to keep his financial condition a secret to his family. He conceives the idea of forming a "B... Read allJames Ravencroft was a well-to-do broker whose name in financial circles was one to conjure with during the palmy days of his career; he becomes gradually reduced to poverty, but manages to keep his financial condition a secret to his family. He conceives the idea of forming a "Beggar Trust" as a means of revenue. From this time on Ravencroft leads a dual life. At hom... Read all