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The subject of imposture is always an interesting one, and impostors in one shape or another are likely to flourish as long as human nature remains what it is, and society shows itself ready to be gulled. The histories of famous cases of imposture in this book have been grouped together to show that the art has been practiced in many forms - impersonators, pretenders, swindlers, and humbugs of all kinds; those who have masqueraded in order to acquire wealth, position, or fame, and those who have done so merely for the love of the art. Bram Abraham Stoker (1847-1912) was born in Dublin, Ireland. Although best known for Dracula, Stoker wrote eighteen books. Stoker coined the term "undead," and his interpretation of vampire folklore has powerfully shaped depictions of the legendary monsters ever since.

The biography of the criminal known as the "King of the Lags" a late 19th century London thief and murderer, musician and lover of animals, a ferocious killer who preached pacifism, and one of the greatest criminals in history. Respected by day as the pillar of middle-class piety, by night he plundered the homes of the wealthy. Originally published in 1911.

The scope for financial crime has widened with the expansion and increased integration of financial markets. As new technologies reduce the importance of physical proximity to major onshore financial centres, so a new generation of Offshore Financial Centres (OFCs) have emerged. Using a multidisciplinary approach with an international level of expertise, the book evaluates international policies regarding off-shore countries on the basis of a systematic analysis of their characteristics.

Biography of Victorian male prostitute

Cowboy, army guide, farmer, peace officer, and character in his own right, John P. Meadows knew or worked for many well-known characters. The recollections gathered here are based on Meadows's interviews with a reporter, a transcript of his reminiscences given at the Lincoln State Monument, and a talk he gave by invitation to refute inaccuracies in the 1930 MGM movie Billy the Kid.

In December 1883, five outlaws attempted to rob the A.A. Castaneda Mercantile in the fledgling mining town of Bisbee in the Arizona Territory. The robbery was a disaster: four citizens shot dead, one a pregnant woman. This comprehensive history takes a fresh look at the event that marked the end of the Wild West period in the Arizona Territory.

The history of criminal offense in Pennsylvania is documented in this book, beginning with a general survey of crime in the state and then focusing on its headline cases. Included are Philadelphia and Pittsburgh mob activities, the 20-year hunt for killer Ira Einhorn, the murder of Philadelphia-area schoolteacher Susan Reinert, the Freeman teenagers in Allentown who stabbed their parents to death, and the tragic shootings at the Nickel Mines Amish school.

The authors of this new collection argue that the many disparate facets of the now-infamous Duke University lacrosse controversy are best understood in the context of the three major socio-legal institutions in which this drama played out: the legal system, the American university, and the news media. These essays consider the role these institutions played in this case, and the lessons it might teach about the appropriate conduct and function of each of them.

Kat Ward was the first victim to speak out about the abuse she suffered at the hands of Jimmy Savile. Her book is a unique, harrowing and immensely moving perspective on one of the biggest news stories of the last decade.

A New York Times Bestseller Foreword Reviews' INDIEFAB Book of the Year Winner in True CrimeNow in paperback, the critically acclaimed New York Times Bestseller about a championship city haunted by a deadly wave of racist terrorDetroit, mid-1930s: In a city abuzz over its unrivaled sports success, gun-loving baseball fan Dayton Dean became ensnared in the nefarious and deadly Black Legion. The secretive, Klan-like group was executing a wicked plan of terror, murdering enemies, flogging associates, and contemplating armed rebellion. The Legion boasted tens of thousands of members across the Midwest, among them politicians and prominent citizens-even, possibly, a beloved athlete. Award-winning author Tom Stanton has written a stunning tale of history, crime, and sports.

A guided tour of Boston's underworld, revealing the places where deals were made, people were killed, and bodies were buriedGangsters have played a major role in shaping Greater Boston's history. While lurking in local restaurants or just around the corner inside that inconspicuous building, countless criminals have quietly made their mark on the city and surrounding communities. Gangland Boston reveals the hidden history of these places, bringing readers back in time to when the North End was wrought with gun violence, Hanover Street was known as a "shooting gallery," and guys named King Solomon, Beano Breen, and Mickey the Wiseguy ruled the underworld.Drawing upon years of research and an extensive collection of rare photographs, author Emily Sweeney sheds light on how gang violence unfolded during Prohibition, how the Italian mafia rose to power, and how the Gustin Gang came to be. She also uncovers little-known facts about well-known crime figures (Did you know the leader of the Gustin Gang was an Olympic athlete? Or that a fellowship at a major university was named after a big-time bookie?) From South Boston to Somerville, Chinatown to Charlestown, and every neighborhood in between, readers will get to know mobsters in ways they never have before.

"Finally, an amazingly honest book that details exactly how my brother was set up" - Brad DasseyInnocent people do go to jail. Sometimes mistakes are made. But even more terrifying is when the authorities conspire to frame them. That's what happened to Steven Avery and Brendan Dassey, who were convicted of murder and are serving life sentences.Un-Making a Murderer is an explosive book which uncovers the illegal, devious and covert tactics used by Wisconsin officials, including: Concealing Other Suspects Paying Expert Witnesses to Lie Planting Evidence Jury TamperingThe art of framing innocent people has been in practice for centuries and will continue until the perpetrators are held accountable; turning conventional assumptions and beliefs in the justice system upside down, Un-Making a Murderer takes you on that journey.The profits from this book are going to Steven and Brendan and to donate free books to schools and prisons. In the last two years, Shaun Attwood has donated 15,000 books.

A refreshing new perspective on some of the most infamous reprobates of the Midwest.

The Art of the Con tells the stories of some of history's most notorious yet untold cons. The Art of the Con will also take the reader into the investigations that led to the capture of the con men, who oftentimes return back to the world of crime.

Throughout history there have been a number of female serials killers, but what drives these women to kill? Clark and Palattella dive deeper into this question by examining the case of Marjorie Diehl-Armstrong, and provide a history of how the criminal justice system has handled complex and controversial issues surrounding mental illness.

On 5 February 2011, Marcia Grender received a phone call which changed her life forever. The flat her beautiful nineteen-year-old daughter Nikitta shared with her fiance Ryan Mayes was on fire, and Nikitta was believed to be trapped inside. Marcia speaks of the indescribable hell of learning to live without the most important thing in her life.

Respect, Defense, and Self-Identity provides a new way of understanding parricides by analyzing the behavior of offenders and victims at the scene of the crime in relation to the sources of conflict. This book examines the conflict between parents and their offspring across the life course and argues that parricides are shaped by factors such as respect, defense, and self-identity.

On the Lam is a detailed history of fugitives in the United States. The authors explore how law enforcement officials and others, including bounty hunters and bail-bond workers, have tracked fugitives over the past two centuries. They also examine how fugitives have influenced American history and the American criminal justice system.

Tell The Truth and Shame The Devil tells the inside story of the biggest historic sex abuse case ever mounted by Greater Manchester Police - the investigation into the systematic abuse of boys at St Ambrose College in Hale Barns by chemistry teacher and church deacon Alan Morris.

Al Brady was an armed robber and murderer in the 1930s and became the FBI's Public Enemy #1. On October 12, 1937, Brady and an accomplice were killed in a hail of bullets in broad daylight in downtown Bangor. This spectacular public gun-battle has become an integral part of Maine lore. Now, historian Trudy Irene Scee tells the story, including Brady's growing up in Indiana, his criminal exploits, and what brought he and his cohorts to Maine.

Everyone knows stories about the American Mafia and its varied forms of crime, from racketeering to stock manipulation to murder. American Mafia: Chicago explores the Windy City, strolling through its neighborhoods and imagining scenes from the past-telling the stories of the men, women, and families and revealing the events behind the legends and the history of the families' beginnings and founding members. Featuring the most fascinating stories from the early days, when loosely-organized, incredibly secretive gangs terrorized neighborhoods with names like Little Hell, through the mob's headiest years, when Al Capone and his men pretty well controlled the city, American Mafia: Chicago offers tantalizing glimpses into the era when Chicago was ruled by gangs with their ever-twisting allegiances and tangled webs of relationships. Most of the buildings are gone now.But the stories are still there, if you know where to look.

From Wild Bill Hickok to Lame Johnny, Jack McCall to Lee "Curly" Grimes, the most notorious desperadoes and their deeds are featured in this history of the Mount Rushmore State. Through these astonishing true stories, Outlaw Tales of South Dakota introduces you to a state you thought you knew--and a West wilder than you ever imagined.

Piracy and surreptitious activities in the Malay Archipelago and adjacent seas, 1600-1840

Here are twelve classic essays by True Crime pioneer William Roughead, including The Fatal Countess and Physic and Forgery.

The fascinating cases of real-life detective Rupert Schindler details 25 cases he solved during the Thirties and Forties. It provides fascinating insights on both Schindler and the era during which he was solving crimes.

With questions about killers and kidnappers, blackmailers and burglars, The True Crime Quiz Book is the definitive proving ground for readers fascinated with the hard facts of true crime throughout history.