The Vidocq Dossier: The Story of the World's First Detective

by Samuel Edwards and Noel B. Gerson

Book Overview

From ex-convict to the head of the first known private detective agency, Fran?ois Eug?ne Vidocq was the father of modern criminology. Perfect for fans of Tom Clavin, Hallie Rubenhold and Catherine... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0395251761
• ISBN13: 9780395251768
• Release Date: January 1977
• Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
• Length: 191 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Fascinating - the first Sherlock!

Upon opening the book, I was gripped by the story of Mr. Vidocq. His mastering of the criminal underworld and his ability to turn that mastery to his advantage makes wonderful reading. The writing is very nice, but it is eclipsed by the story itself. A great read for any interested in detective novels and/or police history.