History's Greatest Deceptions and Confidence scams - Softcover

Lazaroff, Steven; Rodger, Mark

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1775292126 ISBN 13: 9781775292128

Publisher: rodgerlaz (Rodger & Laz Publishing S.E.N.C.), 2018

Synopsis

Even though the first formally recorded “confidence trick” was uniquely American in its origins, throughout history, there have always been fraudsters ready to part people from their money with smooth talking and tall tales. From the follow the Fake News of the ancient world, the frauds and hoaxes, swindles and schemes. Discover the History of deceptions as told by the authors in their unique, tongue in cheek style.From the ancient Egyptians to the modern era, take a romp throughout 4000 years of human history and discover the tricks and schemes that were perfected by colourful characters throughout the ages.

About this title

About the Author:

Steven Lazaroff is an extensive traveler with a passion for history. Able to root out the backstory of a building, an architectural ruin or battlefield, he seeks the humorous side of the story and attempts to convey a story with sarcasm, humor, and style. 

His interests are wide-ranging and include Anthropology, history, military history, and cosmology. 

Steven Lives in Montreal, Canada with his wife and is currently writing his second book.

Review:

"It's a grand read that was well put together" - Amy's bookshelf reviews

About this edition

• Publisher: rodgerlaz (Rodger & Laz Publishing S.E.N.C.)
• Publication date: 2018
• ISBN 10: 1775292126
• ISBN 13: 9781775292128
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 262