Confessions of a Thug
Confessions of a Thug is a historical fiction novel by Meadows Taylor.
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About Confessions of a Thug
"Confessions of a Thug" by Meadows Taylor is a novel written in 1839 based on India's Thuggee cult. The story follows Ameer Ali, a fictional anti-hero who recounts his life as a thug—one of the "deceivers" who murdered travelers for money and valuables. Set from the late 18th century to 1832, this sensational tale of crime and retribution became a 19th-century bestseller that captivated readers including Queen Victoria, and popularized the word "thug" in English.
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Who wrote Confessions of a Thug?
Confessions of a Thug was written by Meadows Taylor.
What genre is Confessions of a Thug?
It is usually shelved as Historical Fiction.
Is Confessions of a Thug free to read?
Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.
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