Henry Cockton

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/henry-cockton

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1. When was Henry Cockton born?December 7, 1807
2. Where was Henry Cockton born?George Yard, Shoreditch, London, England
3. What is Henry Cockton known for?The Life and Adventures of Valentine Vox, the Ventriloquist (1839–40)
4. When did Henry Cockton die?June 26, 1853
5. What is the publication format of key work?Monthly serial publication
6. What is the commercial success of valentine vox?Over 400,000 copies published in the UK between 1853 and 1902

Ventriloquism: The art of producing vocal sounds so that they appear to come from a source other than the speaker, often involving manipulation of facial muscles and breath control.
Serial Publication: A method of releasing literary works in installments over time, typically in periodicals, which was a popular mode of distribution for novels in the 19th century.
Social Commentary: The act of expressing opinions on the underlying causes of the problems in society, often through literature or art.
Insolvent Debtor: A person who is unable to pay their debts, often leading to legal proceedings and potential imprisonment.