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The first detective : criminal, spy and private eye

Morton, James, 1938-2004
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This historical biography by bestselling crime author James Morton is an enjoyable romp through the 18th century in the company of a man who was many things to many men - a jewel thief, a spy, a policeman and a private eye. Balzac, Hugo and Dickens all created characters based on Vidocq.
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