The Big Red Fox: The Incredible Story of Norman Red Ryan, Canada's Most Notorious Criminal

by Peter McSherry

Book Overview

Norman Red Ryan escaped from Kingston Penitentiary twice first by force and then, years later, by gulling the credulous into believing that he was reformed.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1550023241
• ISBN13: 9781550023244
• Release Date: September 1999
• Publisher: Dundurn Press
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

A totally engrossing read...

This is a phenomenal story. The author's 22-year passion of research results in a read that you don't want to put down. The fact that it is all based on reality makes it even more enthralling. This is a wild tale.This would also be a useful read for anyone researching the history of the Canadian penal code and the 'ticket-of-leave' precursor to modern, more liberal ideas, about the potential for rehabiliation in criminals.I'm very glad I got into this book - highly recommended.

Best True Crime Story Yet

The Big Red Fox is the story of Canada's most notorious bank robber.Also a fascinating look at the underworld.A behind the scenes look at how we are often manipulated by the media.A brilliant time capsule.And it's all true.This is a must read for all crime ,history or true story fans.Just could not put it down.