The Penny Universities

The Penny Universities
Author: Aytoun Ellis
Publisher:
Total Pages: 338
Release: 1956
Genre: Coffee drinks
ISBN:

Traces the development of coffee-houses and their gradual evolution into the typical English institution, the club.

A General History of the Lives, Murders and Adventures of the Most Notorious Highwaymen Pub Nov 2020

A General History of the Lives, Murders and Adventures of the Most Notorious Highwaymen Pub Nov 2020
Author: Charles Johnson
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2020
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9780712352741

Captain Charles Johnson's celebrated 'A General History of the Pirates' (1724) is the most famous book about pirates ever written. Buoyed by the volume's runaway success Johnson followed up with the equally engrossing 'The Lives and Adventures of the Most Famous Highwaymen' (1734) which, published here for the first time in two centuries, provides over 50 accounts of the most notorious British criminals of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. These include the famous highwayman William Davis, alias The Golden Farmer, the cross-Channel gentleman highwayman Claude du Vall, the prolific road adventurer Old Mob and the royalist carriage raider James Hind. Johnson's volumes, featuring fictional accounts based on factual sources, are significant as the forerunners of the real-life criminal biography genre, and for their influence on such early novels as Defoe's 'Moll Flanders' and Fielding's 'Jonathan Wild'. Originally published in folio size complete with fine engravings, this new edition of 'Highwaymen' not only includes the very best of these original decorative features but also presents a series of related illustrations, playbills, and portraits from the British Library collections.

The Elizabethan Underworld

The Elizabethan Underworld
Author: Gāmini Salgādo
Publisher: Sutton Pub Limited
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2005-01-01
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780750943147

The complex network of beggars and thieves, vagabonds and rogues that inhabited the colourful underworld society of London's taverns, brothels and gambling dens is what the author investigates. The book contains sixty contemporary illustrations from manuscripts and pamphlets, bringing to life this sector of Elizabethan society.

The Most Notorious Crimes in American History

The Most Notorious Crimes in American History
Author: Life Books
Publisher: Twenty-First Century Books (CT)
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2008-04
Genre: Crime
ISBN: 9781575059709

Documents some of America's most famous and appalling crimes with a visual look at each case, the perpetrators, and the justice system at work, in such cases as the assassination of John F. Kennedy and the Oklahoma City bombing.

The History of The Remarkable Life of John Sheppard

The History of The Remarkable Life of John Sheppard
Author: Daniel Defoe
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Total Pages: 38
Release: 2024-10-24
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Step into the daring and unpredictable life of John Sheppard, a notorious figure of 18th-century England, through Daniel Defoe's gripping narrative in The History of The Remarkable Life of John Sheppard. Known for his audacious escapes and criminal exploits, Sheppard's story is one of adventure, wit, and mischief. Defoe’s vivid storytelling brings to life the thrilling adventures of John Sheppard, a master of deception who became one of London's most infamous criminals. His remarkable escapes from prison, robberies, and criminal escapades are told with intricate detail and vivid characters.But here's the twist that will captivate your imagination: What drives a man like Sheppard to repeatedly defy authority, risking everything for freedom? Could his story be a reflection of the human desire for rebellion against oppressive systems? Through Defoe’s narrative, you’ll encounter the pulse of 18th-century London, a city where criminals and lawmen clashed in an ever-evolving game of cat and mouse. Sheppard’s life is painted with moments of tension, intrigue, and unexpected turns, offering readers both an entertaining and thought-provoking experience. Will you dare to delve into the life of one of history’s most audacious criminals?As you follow Sheppard’s thrilling escapades, you’ll find yourself questioning the nature of justice, crime, and redemption. Defoe’s skillful storytelling will leave you on the edge of your seat, eagerly turning pages to uncover what happens next. Embrace the bold and exciting world of John Sheppard. Purchase The History of The Remarkable Life of John Sheppard now, and immerse yourself in a story that has captivated readers for centuries.