The Land That Never Was: Sir Gregor Macgregor And The Most Audacious Fraud In History: Inscribed

Sinclair, David

ISBN 10: 0306813092 / ISBN 13: 9780306813092

Published by Da Capo Press, U.S.A., 2004

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Outstanding Copy - Signed - For Bill Howe, With All Good Wishes - By The Author On The Title Page. First Edition, First Printing. Book Is In Fine Condition. Boards Are Clean, Not Bumped. Fore Edges Are Clean. Interior Is Clean And Legible. Not Remaindered. Dust Jacket Is In Very Good Plus Condition. Very Mild Wear Along The Edges. Some Scrapage To The Rear. Not Price Clipped. Dust Jacket Is Covered By Mylar Wrapper. Thanks And Enjoy.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Land That Never Was: Sir Gregor Macgregor And The Most Audacious Fraud In History: Inscribed
• Publisher: Da Capo Press, U.S.A.
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0306813092
• ISBN 13: 9780306813092
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1ST.
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Fine
• Signed: Signed by Author(s)
• Book Type: Book

About this title

Synopsis

Once upon a time, in the heart of Central America, there was a country named Poyais. It was exceptionally rich in natural resources, civilization, and culture and was ruled by the brave and enlightened Scottish soldier, Sir Gregor MacGregor, who became its ruler after his heroic exploits in the fight for South American independence. On a cold January morning in 1823, a group of Scottish immigrants looking for a new life set sail for this tropical Eden called Poyais. The only catch was that it didn't exist.Two months later the ship landed on the swamp-infested Mosquito Coast and the settlers realized that they had become the victims of one of the most elaborate hoaxes in history. The land they had been sold was nonexistent, the banknotes and guidebooks they carried with them were forgeries, their documents were worthless. Poyais was a fiction. The man responsible? Sir Gregor MacGregor. Who was this eccentric, scurrilous man? And why is he such a loveable rogue?

About the Author

David Sinclair is the author of eight previous books, including the recent Hall of Mirrors and the best-selling The Pound: A Biography. He has enjoyed a long career as a senior journalist with some of Britain's leading newspapers. He divides his time between London and Normandy.