John Gay

Trivia, or The Art of Walking the Streets of London

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John Gay



John Gay's Trivia is a satirical guide to walking the streets of London, written in mock heroic style. Learn how to avoid pickpockets, wig t…

The Beggar's Opera

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John Gay



The Beggar's Opera is a ballad opera written in 1728 by John Gay with music arranged by Johann Christoph Pepusch. The piece satirises Italia…