From the Mill to Monte Carlo: The Working-Class Englishman Who Beat the Monaco Casino and Changed Gambling Forever

From Yorkshire mill to Monte Carlo millions: The true story of a working-class gambler who beat the odds.

Discover the incredible life of Joseph Hobson Jagger, a Victorian textile worker who defied expectations and broke the bank at Monte Carlo. This gripping biography uncovers the truth behind the family legend, revealing how Jagger devised a legal system to win a fortune at roulette.

Follow Anne Fletcher as she pieces together the story of her great-great-great-uncle, exploring his motivations, methods, and the impact of his win on his family. Was he a lucky gambler or a brilliant strategist? Uncover the secrets of Victorian society, the Industrial Revolution, and the allure of Monte Carlo casinos in this captivating tale of ambition, risk, and fortune. Perfect for readers interested in history, biography, and true crime.

Anne Fletcher read history at Oxford University. She has a successful career in heritage and has worked at some of the most exciting historic sites in the country including Hampton Court Palace, St Paul’s Cathedral, Westminster Abbey, Bletchley Park and Tower Bridge. She is the great-great-great niece of Joseph Hobson Jagger, ‘the man who broke the bank at Monte Carlo’. Her search for his story started with only a photograph, a newspaper article and the lyrics of the famous song. She lives in Buckinghamshire with her husband Jon and their sons Joseph and Matthew.