Publisher's Synopsis
Memoirs of the Notorious Stephen Burroughs is an autobiographical account of the life of Stephen Burroughs, a man known for his cunning and deceitful ways. The book was first published in 1811 and contains many incidents from Burroughs' life that were never before published. Burroughs was born in New Hampshire in 1765 and had a troubled childhood. He was expelled from several schools and was known for his mischievous behavior. As he grew older, he became involved in various criminal activities, including counterfeiting, theft, and forgery. Despite his criminal activities, Burroughs was a charismatic and intelligent man who was able to charm his way out of many situations. He was also a skilled writer and used his talents to create false documents and letters to further his schemes. The book provides a fascinating insight into the life of a notorious criminal in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. It is a gripping tale of deception, betrayal, and survival, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of crime and punishment.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
