This book delves into the brutal and violent world of 18th century England, where corruption, theft, and murder were rampant. At its heart is a shocking murder investigation, in which the discovery of a severed head in the Thames sparks a chilling manhunt. The author skillfully weaves a historical backdrop with fictional characters, painting a vivid picture of a society both alluring and deadly. Through the eyes of the thief-taker Jonathan Wild, readers glimpse into the criminal underworld, rife with deception and betrayal. Beyond its gripping narrative, the book explores the complex themes of morality, justice, and the nature of evil. The author deftly illustrates the moral ambiguity of its characters, as they navigate a world where the lines between right and wrong blur. This book is a captivating and thought-provoking exploration of a tumultuous period in history, where the struggle for justice unfolds amidst a world of shadows and deception.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the brutal and violent world of 18th century England, where corruption, theft, and murder were rampant. At its heart is a shocking murder investigation, in which the discovery of a severed head in the Thames sparks a chilling manhunt. The author skillfully weaves a historical backdrop with fictional characters, painting a vivid picture of a society both alluring and deadly. Through the eyes of the thief-taker Jonathan Wild, readers glimpse into the criminal underworld, rife with deception and betrayal. Beyond its gripping narrative, the book explores the complex themes of morality, justice, and the nature of evil. The author deftly illustrates the moral ambiguity of its characters, as they navigate a world where the lines between right and wrong blur. This book is a captivating and thought-provoking exploration of a tumultuous period in history, where the struggle for justice unfolds amidst a world of shadows and deception. 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 réf. du vendeur 9781330683781_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330683781
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330683781
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Etat : Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 328 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25933342/1
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