Cleg Kelly, Arab Of The City: His Progress And Adventures (1896)

Cleg Kelly, Arab Of The City: His Progress And Adventures is a novel written by S.R. Crockett and first published in 1896. The story follows the life of the titular character, Cleg Kelly, a young boy growing up in the slums of Glasgow in the late 19th century. Cleg is a resourceful and streetwise young man who uses his wits to survive in a harsh and unforgiving environment. The novel is divided into several episodes, each of which explores a different aspect of Cleg's life and experiences. These episodes include his early childhood, his time as a newspaper boy, his involvement with a group of young thieves, his experiences as a sailor and his eventual return to Glasgow. Throughout the novel, Crockett paints a vivid picture of the poverty and hardship faced by the working-class people of Glasgow during this period. He also explores themes of social inequality, crime, and the struggle for survival in a harsh and unforgiving world. Cleg Kelly, Arab Of The City: His Progress And Adventures is a classic of Scottish literature and a fascinating insight into life in Glasgow at the turn of the 20th century. It is a compelling and engaging read that will appeal to anyone interested in social history, urban life, and the human experience.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.