Witches, Rakes, and Rogues: True Stories of Scam, Scandal, Murder, and Mayhem in Boston, 1630-1775

D. Brenton Simons

ISBN 10: 1889833541 / ISBN 13: 9781889833545

Published by Commonwealth Editions, 2005

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Witches, Rakes, and Rogues: True Stories of Scam, Scandal, Murder, and Mayhem in Boston, 1630-1775 by D. Brenton Simons. Hardcover second printing published in 2003 by Commonwealth Editions.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Witches, Rakes, and Rogues: True Stories of Scam, Scandal, Murder, and Mayhem in Boston, 1630-1775
• Publisher: Commonwealth Editions
• Publication Date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1889833541
• ISBN 13: 9781889833545
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Printing: 2nd Printing
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine
• Signed: Inscribed by Author(s)
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Synopsis

In a series of richly detailed narratives, Simons uncovers the dark side of Boston life from the city's founding until the Revolution. It's the stuff of National Enquirer headlines-colonial style-meticulously researched and delightfully told.

About the Author

D. Brenton Simons is chief operating officer of the New England Historic Genealogical Society. A native of New Haven, Connecticut, and a graduate of Boston University, he lives in Boston.