BanditsPenguin, 1985 - 181 pagina's Second revised edition of an illustrated historical study of bandits and banditry, the original edition of which was published in 1969. It discusses the economic and political impact of bandits throughout the world, as well as the romantic aspect of bandits as folk heroes, celebrated in legend and song. It is written by the author of AGE OF EMPIRE. |
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Preface to the First Edition | 9 |
Who becomes a Bandit? | 30 |
The Avengers | 58 |
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