Author: Stephen BurroughsPublisher:
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 148
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Memoirs of Stephen Burroughs
Author: Stephen BurroughsMemoirs of Stephen Burroughs
Author: Stephen BurroughsMemoirs of the Notorious Stephen Burroughs
Author: Stephen BurroughsPublisher: New York : Cornish, Lamport
ISBN:
Category : Counterfeits and counterfeiting New England Biography
Languages : en
Pages : 316
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Memoirs of Stephen Burroughs
Author: Stephen BurroughsPublisher:
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Category : Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 304
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Memoirs of the Notorious Stephen Burroughs
Author: Stephen BurroughsPublisher:
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Category : Counterfeiters
Languages : en
Pages :
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Memoirs of Stephen Burroughs; a New and Rev. Ed
Author: Stephen BurroughsPublisher: Theclassics.Us
ISBN: 9781230429458
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1858 edition. Excerpt: ... sought for. I at this moment viewed myself in a state of desperation, and had an inclination of rushing into the streets and commencing war with the whole human race. When I tuok a view of the world, of the pomp and splendor which surrounded crowds that perpetually passed before my eyes: to see them roll in affluence and luxury, inhabiting lofty houses, with superb equipages, and feasting upon all the delicacies of life; under these affluent circumstances, withholding from me what would never be missed from their abundance; myself destitute of every necessary of life, and looking in vain to those who from their superfluity could spare enough to relieve my distress and feel no diminution in their own property, brought to my mind a train of ideas that were desperate and horrid, and almost reduced me to a state of madness. Under this situation I could not suppress the overflowings of my feelings. My eyes lighted up with indignation, my countenance was fortified with despair, my heart was swollen to that bigness which was almost too with a tranquil horror, composedly took my hat, and politely bid Mr. Niles farewell. I believe the desperate emotions of my heart were apparently manifested to his view by my countenance: his apparent immovable insensibility relaxed, he put his hand in his pocket and handed me three dollars. This act of kindness in a moment melted the ferocious feelings of my heart, and I burst into tears; all those desperate sensations vanished, and I again found myself a man. With this small sum I determined to leave the city of Philadelphia, and still pursue on towards my destined place of abode. I paid my tavern bill, which I found much smaller than I expected, and afterwards took the Baltimore stage-wagon, and went on as far...
Memoirs of the Notorious Stephen Burroughs of New Hampshire
Author: Stephen BurroughsPublisher:
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Category : Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
The entertaining saga of Stephen Burroughs, a thief, counterfeiter and convicted criminal in Colonial America. Our nation's history is full of scoundrels—con men, schemers, burglars, jewel thieves, loan sharks, blackmailers, forgers, swindlers and pickpockets. There has only been one Stephen Burroughs.
Memoirs of the Notorious Stephen Burroughs
Author: Stephen BurroughsPublisher: Hardpress Publishing
ISBN: 9781406917703
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
This is a reproduction of the original artefact. Generally these books are created from careful scans of the original. This allows us to preserve the book accurately and present it in the way the author intended. Since the original versions are generally quite old, there may occasionally be certain imperfections within these reproductions. We're happy to make these classics available again for future generations to enjoy!
Memoirs of the Notorious Stephen Burroughs
Author: Stephen BurroughsMemoirs of Stephen Burroughs
Author: Stephen BurroughsPublisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781020084720
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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This memoir offers a gripping account of the life of one of America's most notorious criminals and con men. Burroughs is a master storyteller, regaling readers with tales of his many fraudulent schemes, daring escapes, and near-death experiences. This new and revised edition features additional material and annotations that shed light on the cultural and historical context of Burroughs's exploits. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.