Publisher's Synopsis
The Great Diamond Hoax And Other Stirring Incidents In The Life Of Asbury Harpending is a memoir written by Asbury Harpending and published in 1913. The book details the life of Harpending, a notorious American con artist who was involved in the famous Great Diamond Hoax of 1872. The Great Diamond Hoax was a scheme in which Harpending and his partners claimed to have discovered a massive diamond mine in the western United States. They convinced investors to pour millions of dollars into the project, only to later reveal that the diamonds were fake. The scandal made national headlines and ruined the reputations of many involved, including Harpending.In addition to the Great Diamond Hoax, Harpending's memoir also covers his experiences during the American Civil War, his time as a gold miner in California, and his involvement in various other scams and schemes. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a notorious con artist and the world of 19th century American business and politics.Overall, The Great Diamond Hoax And Other Stirring Incidents In The Life Of Asbury Harpending is a compelling memoir that offers a unique perspective on a fascinating period in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
