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Sophie Lyons

9781330079409: Why Crime Does Not Pay (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10 : 133007940X ISBN 13 : 9781330079409

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

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The publishers believe that a picture of life sketched by a master hand - somebody who stands in the world of crime as Edison does in his field or as Morgan and Rockefeller do in theirs - could not fail to be impressive and valuable and prove the oft repeated statement that crime does not pay.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 133007940X
ISBN 13: 9781330079409
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Nombre de pages: 292
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Why Crime Does Not Pay (Classic Reprint)

Sophie Lyons

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ISBN 10 : 133007940X ISBN 13 : 9781330079409

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a captivating glimpse into the world of professional crime in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as seen through the eyes of Sophie Lyons, a woman who rose to become a renowned criminal figure. The author, a former thief herself, provides intimate, firsthand accounts of her own experiences, detailing daring bank robberies, intricate schemes, and the dangerous world of organized crime. She reveals the inner workings of notorious gangs, exposing their methods and motives while also delving into the personal lives of those who walked the line between respectability and the underworld. The book's most compelling element lies in its exploration of the myth that crime always pays. Through vivid narratives and compelling anecdotes, the author reveals the harsh realities of a life of crime, showcasing the devastating consequences that ultimately befall those who choose this path. She chronicles the tragic downfall of "Harry Raymond," a millionaire burglar whose ill-gotten gains eventually vanish, leaving him facing a life of poverty and regret. Sophie Lyons's own transformation, from a career of theft to a life of honest prosperity, serves as a stark reminder that while crime may offer fleeting rewards, true success lies in pursuing a life of virtue and integrity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781330079409_0

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