A Social Highwayman

""A Social Highwayman"" is a book written by Elizabeth Phipps Train, which explores the life and career of a notorious con artist and thief named Belle Boyd. Boyd was known as the ""social highwayman"" because of her ability to charm and manipulate her way into the homes of wealthy and influential people, where she would then steal their valuables.The book provides a detailed account of Boyd's early life, including her upbringing and the events that led her to a life of crime. It also delves into the various schemes and cons that Boyd used to prey on her victims, as well as the many close calls and narrow escapes she experienced as a result of her criminal activities.Throughout the book, Train paints a vivid picture of Belle Boyd as a complex and fascinating character, whose charm and wit were matched only by her cunning and ruthlessness. She also explores the larger social and cultural context of Boyd's life, including the role of women in society and the changing attitudes towards crime and punishment during the 19th century.Overall, ""A Social Highwayman"" is a gripping and engaging read that offers a unique perspective on the life and times of one of history's most notorious criminals.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.