Half-hours with the Highwaymen - Vol 2 / Picturesque Biographies and Traditions of the "Knights of the Road"

Name: Half-hours with the Highwaymen - Vol 2 / Picturesque Biographies and Traditions of the "Knights of the Road"
Author: Charles G. Harper

By Charles G. Harper

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A collection of illustrated biographical sketches and popular traditions recounting the lives and exploits of numerous highwaymen and related criminal figures. Each chapter profiles an individual or gang, narrating reputed robberies, escapes, captures, trials, and executions while contrasting romanticized anecdotes with documentary records. The author assembles ballads, prints, and local lore alongside legal and archival details to show how myth and reality became intertwined around these figures. Plates and text illustrations punctuate the accounts and underscore the interplay between popular imagination and recorded fact.

About the Author

Charles G. Harper

Charles G. Harper was a prolific English author and illustrator known for his works that explore the history and culture of travel in Britain. His notable titles include "Cycle Rides Round London" and "From Paddington to Penzance," which reflect his passion for the English landscape and its historical narratives. Harper's writing often combines vivid descriptions with a sense of adventure, making his travelogues both informative and engaging. He also contributed to the genre of picturesque biographies with works like "Half-hours with the Highwaymen," showcasing his interest in the colorful characters of British history. His diverse body of work continues to be appreciated for its charm and historical insight.