The first detective : the life and revolutionary times of Eugéne-François Vidocq criminal, spy and private eye
Morton, James, 1938-2005
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This historical biography by bestselling crime author James Morton is an enjoyable romp through the 18th century in the company of a man who was many things to many men - a jewel thief, a spy, a policeman and a private eye. Balzac, Hugo and Dickens all created characters based on Vidocq.
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London : Ebury, 2005.
Collation:
x, 340 p. ; 20 cm.
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Originally published: 2004.Includes bibliographical references (p. 329-333) and index.
ISBN:
9780091903374 (pbk)
Dewey class:
364.092920
Language:
English
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BRN:
1350225