Memoirs Of Vidocq V4: Principal Agent Of The French Police Until 1817 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432696733)

Memoirs of Vidocq V4 is a book written by Eugene Francois Vidocq, a former criminal who became the principal agent of the French police until 1817. The book is a detailed account of his life and experiences, including his criminal past, his time as a police officer, and his eventual retirement. Vidocq's memoirs offer a unique perspective on the criminal underworld of 18th and 19th century France, as well as the inner workings of the police force during this time. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Vidocq's life and career. Throughout the book, Vidocq provides vivid descriptions of the crimes he committed and the criminals he encountered, as well as his methods for catching them. He also discusses his relationships with various important figures in French society, including Napoleon Bonaparte. Overall, Memoirs of Vidocq V4 is a fascinating look at the life of a man who lived on both sides of the law, and provides valuable insights into the history of crime and law enforcement in France.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.

Author: Eugene Francois Vidocq
ISBN-10: 1432696734
ISBN-13: 9781432696733
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/25/2007
Pages: 292
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.66d