Confessions of a Thug

Confessions of a Thug

(Author) Philip Meadows Taylor
Format: Paperback
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Confessions of a Thug was the first dramatic account to expose a European readership to the fantastic world of the murderous Thugs, or highway robbers, who strangled their victims and who have ever since been a stable of Western popular culture

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Publisher:
Oxford University Press, USA
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
552
ISBN:
9780198854647
Publish year:
2024
Publish date:
July 11, 2024

Philip Meadows Taylor

Philip Meadows Taylor was a British colonial administrator and author known for his novel "Confessions of a Thug," a gripping tale of crime and adventure in 19th-century India. His writing style is characterized by vivid descriptions and a keen eye for detail, making his work both thrilling and informative. Taylor's contribution to literature lies in his ability to capture the complexities of Indian society and culture during the British Raj.

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