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Title: A Prince of Swindlers

Note: Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Al Haines

Summary: "A Prince of Swindlers" by Guy Boothby is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the intriguing life of Simon Carne, a masterful con artist who manages to infiltrate high society in London while executing a series of elaborate swindles. The narrative opens with a reflection on the events that have led to a well-known series of thefts, establishing a world where charm and deception intermingle with the opulence of the elite. At the start of the book, we are introduced to the protagonist, Simon Carne, who recounts how he innocently introduced a notorious adventurer into London society, setting the stage for a wave of high-profile crimes. The chapter details Carne's previous life as a Viceroy and his subsequent journey to England, where he navigates through social circles and meticulously plans his daring heists. The narrative builds on his strategic mind and explores themes of disguise and deception, as he prepares to exploit the wealth that the season of festivities brings to the city. Ultimately, the opening lays a foundation for a thrilling tale of crime and cunning that promises to captivate readers with its mix of intrigue and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Creator: Boothby, Guy, 1867-1905

EBook No.: 54771

Published: May 23, 2017

Downloads: 109

Language: English

Subject: Detective and mystery stories

Subject: London (England) -- Fiction

Subject: Swindlers and swindling -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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2024-11-06T01:55:23Z A Prince of Swindlers

This edition has images.

Title: A Prince of Swindlers

Note: Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Al Haines

Summary: "A Prince of Swindlers" by Guy Boothby is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the intriguing life of Simon Carne, a masterful con artist who manages to infiltrate high society in London while executing a series of elaborate swindles. The narrative opens with a reflection on the events that have led to a well-known series of thefts, establishing a world where charm and deception intermingle with the opulence of the elite. At the start of the book, we are introduced to the protagonist, Simon Carne, who recounts how he innocently introduced a notorious adventurer into London society, setting the stage for a wave of high-profile crimes. The chapter details Carne's previous life as a Viceroy and his subsequent journey to England, where he navigates through social circles and meticulously plans his daring heists. The narrative builds on his strategic mind and explores themes of disguise and deception, as he prepares to exploit the wealth that the season of festivities brings to the city. Ultimately, the opening lays a foundation for a thrilling tale of crime and cunning that promises to captivate readers with its mix of intrigue and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Creator: Boothby, Guy, 1867-1905

EBook No.: 54771

Published: May 23, 2017

Downloads: 109

Language: English

Subject: Detective and mystery stories

Subject: London (England) -- Fiction

Subject: Swindlers and swindling -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:54771:3 2017-05-23T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Boothby, Guy en 1