Fakes and Frauds
| Author | : Robin Myers |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 170 |
| Release | : 1996 |
| ISBN-13 | : PSU:000057933979 |
| ISBN-10 | : |
| Rating | : 4/5 ( Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Fakes and Frauds by : Robin Myers
Download or read book Fakes and Frauds written by Robin Myers and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These essays throw light on some of the more shadowy areas of book trade history, revealing tricksters, villains - even murderers-who have practiced deception in the written and printed word, from the 12th century to very recent times. This work includes chapters on "The Forgery of Printed Documents" by Nicolas Barker, "Forged Handwriting" by Tom Davis, and "Paper Pirates" by Michael Harris. Aspects of all the great forgers - Wise, Prokosch, Hofmann, and others are covered.
