Allan Pinkerton: The First Private Eye
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Allan Pinkerton Around the world, his name is synonymous with security and protection. The legendary agency he began nearly one hundred and fifty years ago is still in operation today, as are many of... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0785822356
ISBN13:9780785822356
Release Date:May 2008
Publisher:Castle Books
Length:256 Pages
Weight:1.40 lbs.
Dimensions:1.1" x 6.5" x 9.4"
Customer Reviews
3 ratings
A Must Read for All Gumshoe Fans
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
This biography of the inventor of the private investigation industry is not only a thrilling look at a fascinating man, it is also a fresh perspective on a slice of American history. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is interested in mystery fiction or detective novels, as well as anyone who is looking for a history book that isn't boring. While it may well be a bit biased, the presentation is thought-provoking and makes me want to research the period of the late Civil War/early Reconstruction more thoroughly. Better than most fiction I've encountered lately, and definitely an overlooked gem.
Mackay detects truth about Allan Pinkerton
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
Mackay is as talanted a literary detective as Allan Pinkerton was as a criminal detective, written in a clear style that's a pleasure to read. It's a well balanced account, explaining the character's actions in the context of the times.Mackay's first surprise is that Allan Pinkerton wasn't born when most biographers say he was. From there he goes on to uncover the truth about Pinkerton's early career in Scotland, and the truth about a 'supposed' assasination plot against Lincoln before he took office. (The plot was independently confirmed by a political enemy of Pinkerton who had no motive to make Pinkerton look good--which convinced Lincoln the plot was real, and to follow Pinkerton's suggestions to foil it. Political enemies of Lincoln denied the existence of the plot to make Lincoln out to be a coward.) Before he finishes the Civil War period, Mackay has 'rehabilited' the often pilloried Union general McClellan (whom Pinkerton worked for) and divulged startling information uncovered in 1967 about the plot to assasinate Lincoln. This book is outstanding, a definite 'keeper'.
Great description of the PI's
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
This books encompasses all of Allan's PI's work. I had an enjoyable time reading it. It is a fasination subjet for me. I am considering of changing careers and going into the PI business.
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