The Strange Case Of Deacon Brodie
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Edition: 1st uk ed.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
This historical account chronicles the astonishing double life of William Brodie, a respected Edinburgh cabinet-maker and city councilor who secretly operated as a notorious burglar. The Strange Case Of Deacon Brodie uncovers the intricate web of deception and daring he wove, presenting a fascinating study of human duplicity. Bramble's narrative illustrates the societal pressures and personal motivations that drove Brodie to such extremes, creating a compelling portrait of a man living on the edge. The book details the dramatic events leading to his downfall and execution, a story that captivated 18th-century Scotland and continues to resonate today.
Author: Forbes Bramble
Format: Hardback
Published: 1975, Hamish Hamilton
Edition: 1st uk ed.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
This historical account chronicles the astonishing double life of William Brodie, a respected Edinburgh cabinet-maker and city councilor who secretly operated as a notorious burglar. The Strange Case Of Deacon Brodie uncovers the intricate web of deception and daring he wove, presenting a fascinating study of human duplicity. Bramble's narrative illustrates the societal pressures and personal motivations that drove Brodie to such extremes, creating a compelling portrait of a man living on the edge. The book details the dramatic events leading to his downfall and execution, a story that captivated 18th-century Scotland and continues to resonate today.