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100 1 _aIrving, H. B.
_q(Henry Brodribb),
_d1870-1919
245 1 2 _aA Book of Remarkable Criminals
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c1996
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 1996-02-01
505 0 _aThe life of Charles Peace -- The career of Robert Butler -- M. Derues -- Dr. Castaing -- Professor Webster -- The mysterious Mr. Holmes -- Partnership in crime: The widow Gras. Vitalis and Marie Boyer. The Fenayrou case. Eyraud and Bompard.
508 _aProduced by Mike Lough, and David Widger
520 _a"A Book of Remarkable Criminals" by H. B. Irving is a historical account written during the late 19th century that delves into the lives of notorious criminals. The book examines the complexities of criminal behavior, highlighting figures such as Charles Peace, Robert Butler, and others from English history, focusing on their motivations and the circumstances that led them to commit crimes. The opening of the work introduces readers to the intriguing theme of human passion's connection to crime, discussing the dual nature of individuals who embody both good and evil. Irving reflects upon the historical context and societal perceptions of crime, asserting that these notorious figures often act as mirrors to the darker aspects of humanity. He begins to profile Charles Peace, considered a quintessential figure among 19th-century criminals, whose compelling life story is set against a backdrop of personal ambition and the unfortunate consequences of his choices, hinting at deeper themes of passion, morality, and societal judgment that will likely unfold throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCriminals -- Biography
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/446
999 _c42574
_d42574