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Title: Bidwell's Travels, from Wall Street to London Prison: Fifteen Years in Solitude

Note: Reading ease score: 72.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Afra Ullah and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net. (This file was
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Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "Bidwell's Travels, from Wall Street to London Prison: Fifteen Years in Solitude" by George Bidwell is an autobiographical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative follows Bidwell's tumultuous journey from a naïve youth in Brooklyn to a life of crime in Wall Street, ultimately leading to a life sentence in a London prison for grand larceny. The book explores themes of moral failed opportunities and the consequences of one's choices, set against the backdrop of the rapidly changing American society. The opening of the autobiography paints a vivid picture of Bidwell's early life, detailing his inadequate education and sheltered upbringing. He reflects on the lack of preparation he received for the harsh realities of life, leading to his eventual plunge into the world of crime and speculation. With his father's encouraging words and mother's devout nature, Bidwell's path seems set for success, yet his ignorance and impulsivity ultimately place him in the morally ambiguous realm of Wall Street, where the allure of wealth overshadows ethical considerations. As he embarks on his exploits, it becomes apparent that he is ill-equipped to navigate the treacherous waters of crime and deceit, foreshadowing the turmoil that will follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Bidwell, Austin

EBook No.: 24739

Published: Mar 2, 2008

Downloads: 162

Language: English

Subject: Criminals -- Biography

Subject: Bidwell, Austin

Subject: Bank fraud -- England

Subject: Bank of England

LoCC: History: Biography

LoCC: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Bidwell's Travels, from Wall Street to London Prison: Fifteen Years in Solitude

Note: Reading ease score: 72.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Afra Ullah and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net. (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "Bidwell's Travels, from Wall Street to London Prison: Fifteen Years in Solitude" by George Bidwell is an autobiographical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative follows Bidwell's tumultuous journey from a naïve youth in Brooklyn to a life of crime in Wall Street, ultimately leading to a life sentence in a London prison for grand larceny. The book explores themes of moral failed opportunities and the consequences of one's choices, set against the backdrop of the rapidly changing American society. The opening of the autobiography paints a vivid picture of Bidwell's early life, detailing his inadequate education and sheltered upbringing. He reflects on the lack of preparation he received for the harsh realities of life, leading to his eventual plunge into the world of crime and speculation. With his father's encouraging words and mother's devout nature, Bidwell's path seems set for success, yet his ignorance and impulsivity ultimately place him in the morally ambiguous realm of Wall Street, where the allure of wealth overshadows ethical considerations. As he embarks on his exploits, it becomes apparent that he is ill-equipped to navigate the treacherous waters of crime and deceit, foreshadowing the turmoil that will follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Bidwell, Austin

EBook No.: 24739

Published: Mar 2, 2008

Downloads: 162

Language: English

Subject: Criminals -- Biography

Subject: Bidwell, Austin

Subject: Bank fraud -- England

Subject: Bank of England

LoCC: History: Biography

LoCC: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.