Memoirs Of A Smuggler: Compiled From His Diary And Journal, Containing The Principal Events In The Life Of John Rattenbury (1837)

Rattenbury, John

ISBN 10: 1437175368 / ISBN 13: 9781437175363

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2008

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• Title: Memoirs Of A Smuggler: Compiled From His Diary And Journal, Containing The Principal Events In The Life Of John Rattenbury (1837)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1437175368
• ISBN 13: 9781437175363
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Memoirs Of A Smuggler: Compiled From His Diary And Journal, Containing The Principal Events In The Life Of John Rattenbury (1837) is a book written by John Rattenbury. The book is a compilation of Rattenbury's personal diary and journal, which chronicles the major events of his life as a smuggler. The book is set in the 18th century and provides a detailed account of the smuggling trade during that time. The author describes his experiences as a smuggler, including the methods he used to avoid detection by authorities, the risks involved in the trade, and the close calls he had with the law. The book also sheds light on the social and economic conditions of the time, including the poverty and desperation that drove many people to turn to smuggling as a means of making a living. Overall, Memoirs Of A Smuggler is a fascinating and insightful read that provides a unique perspective on a little-known aspect of history.Containing The Principal Events In The Life Of John Rattenbury, Of Beer, Devonshire; Commonly Called The Rob Roy Of The West.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.

About the Author

John Rattenbury studied architecture at Oregon State College and joined the Taliesin Fellowship, a group of apprentices working with Frank Lloyd Wright, in 1950. He has been with the firm of Taliesin Architects ever since. He is the author of A Living Architecture.