Twelve superb, entertaining tales of a confidence man par excellence. Appealing 'gentleman crook' devotes himself to repeatedly swindling wealthy diamond magnate. Clever, extremely readable tales about the 'first important rogue in short crime fiction.' First edition in over 80 years. Illustrated. Introduction.
Twelve superb, entertaining tales of a confidence man par excellence. Appealing 'gentleman crook' devotes himself to repeatedly swindling wealthy diamond magnate. Clever, extremely readable tales about the 'first important rogue in short crime fiction.' First edition in over 80 years. Illustrated. Introduction.
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