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A gripping true account of a bold fraud that shook the Bank of England and the men behind it.
The prose frames a historical fraud as it unfolds in clear, accessible detail. It follows George Bidwell, his brother, and accomplices as they move from initial introductions to the Bank of England to the forging and uttering of numerous bills of exchange in a complex scheme. The narrative situates the crime in a late 19th‑century world of finance, travel, and legal maneuvering, offering a focused look at the people, the motives, and the investigative steps involved.
Across the pages you’ll see the sequence of events, the courtroom arguments, and the broader stakes as authorities pursue justice. The account highlights the difficulty of tracing the forged instruments and the challenges of securing witnesses from abroad, all while presenting the human dimension of those involved and the consequences for the institutions affected.
- How the fraud was conceived and financed, including early bank interactions and introductions.
- The role of witnesses, investigators, and the legal process as the case moves toward trial.
- The investigators’ efforts to reconstruct the scheme and understand its reach across Europe.
- The courtroom drama surrounding the opening statements, charges, and the pursuit of justice.
Ideal for readers of true-crime history and 19th‑century financial intrigue, offering a concise look at a remarkable case and its aftermath.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This fascinating autobiography offers a rare glimpse into the notorious life of George Bidwell, a charismatic figure whose unchecked ambition and penchant for deceit led him down a path of crime, ultimately culminating in his incarceration in English prisons for fourteen years on a life sentence for forgery on the Bank of England. As he reflects on his past from behind bars, Bidwell, a man of remarkable intelligence and self-awareness, unravels not only the thrilling details of his fraudulent schemes but also the underlying motivations and missteps that propelled him toward a life of crime. Through his candid and often agonizing self-examination, Bidwell delves into the themes of temptation, societal pressures, and the consequences of pursuing wealth and status at any cost. By exploring the complexities of his own psyche, Bidwell provides a cautionary tale that exposes the fragility of morality and the destructive power of unchecked ambition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331092636_0
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