Popular Admiration Of Great Thieves

By Charles Mackay

Book Overview

""Popular Admiration Of Great Thieves"" is a non-fiction book written by Charles MacKay. The book explores the public fascination and admiration for infamous thieves throughout history. MacKay delves into the lives of notorious figures like Robin Hood, Dick Turpin, and Claude Duval, examining how their criminal exploits captured the imaginations of the masses.The author also explores the societal factors that contribute to the glorification of these criminals, including poverty, inequality, and a desire for rebellion against authority. MacKay argues that the mythologizing of these thieves is a reflection of deeper cultural and social issues.Through a combination of historical research and analysis, ""Popular Admiration Of Great Thieves"" offers a unique perspective on the enduring appeal of these notorious figures. It is a thought-provoking and engaging read for anyone interested in the intersection of crime, culture, and society.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds Part 1, by Charles MacKay. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766134415.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425365736
• ISBN13: 9781425365738
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"