[PDF] The Humbugs Of The World Hoaxes Deceits And Con Artists eBook
The Humbugs Of The World Hoaxes Deceits And Con Artists Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle version is available to download in english. Read online anytime anywhere directly from your device. Click on the download button below to get a free pdf file of The Humbugs Of The World Hoaxes Deceits And Con Artists book. This book definitely worth reading, it is an incredibly well-written.
The Humbugs of the World, subtitled "An Account of Humbugs, Delusions, Impositions, Quackeries, Deceits and Deceivers Generally, in All Ages" is a book about hoaxes by famous American businessman P. T. Barnum. Barnum tells tales of some of the world's greatest deceits, cheats, cons, and delusions, all of which go under the definition of "humbug". He takes the reader on a tour of flakes through history, describing the ways in which even the brightest fell for the conmen and hucksters of their times. The book also shows just how little changes through the centuries, and how many of the descriptions of cons, swindles and quacks are as relevant today as in Barnum's time.
The Humbugs of the World is a book about hoaxes by famous American businessman P. T. Barnum. Barnum tells tales of some of the world's greatest deceits, cheats, cons, and delusions, all of which go under the definition of "humbug". He takes the reader on a tour of flakes through history, describing the ways in which even the brightest fell for the conmen and hucksters of their times. The book also shows just how little changes through the centuries, and how many of the descriptions of cons, swindles and quacks are as relevant today as in Barnum's time.
The Humbugs of the World is an essay by P.T. Barnum about the dogma of the humbug, otherwise known as the average liar. Contents: "CHAPTER I.—GENERAL VIEW OF THE SUBJECT.—HUMBUG UNIVERSAL.—IN RELIGION.—IN POLITICS.—IN BUSINESS.—IN SCIENCE.—IN MEDICINE.—HOW IT IS TO CEASE.—THE GREATEST HUMBUG OF ALL.11 CHAPTER II.—DEFINITION OF THE WORD HUMBUG.—WARREN OF LONDON.—GENIN THE HATTER.—GOSLING'S BLACKING.18 CHAPTER III.—MONSIEUR MANGIN, THE FRENCH HUMBUG.29 CHAPTER IV.—OLD GRIZZLY ADAMS.37 CHAPTER V.—THE GOLDEN PIGEONS.—GRIZZLY ADAMS.—GERMAN CHEMIST.—HAPPY FAMILY.—FRENCH NATURALIST."
"The Humbugs of the World" is a book written by P.T. Barnum, the famous American showman, circus owner, and entrepreneur, first published in 1866. In this work, Barnum turns his keen eye for spectacle and entertainment towards exposing various frauds, scams, and deceits that were prevalent during his time. The book is structured as a series of exposés, where Barnum takes aim at a wide range of swindlers, charlatans, and tricksters who prey on the gullibility of the public for personal gain. He covers a diverse array of topics, including fraudulent medical practices, pseudosciences, spiritualism, fortune-telling, and investment schemes. Barnum's writing style is characterized by wit, humor, and a sense of moral indignation towards those who seek to deceive others. He draws upon his own experiences as a showman and promoter to offer insights into the techniques used by con artists to manipulate and exploit their victims. Despite its serious subject matter, "The Humbugs of the World" is an entertaining and engaging read, filled with colorful anecdotes, amusing anecdotes, and sharp observations. Barnum's larger-than-life personality shines through in his writing, making the book both informative and enjoyable. While some of the specific examples and references may be dated, the underlying message of skepticism, critical thinking, and vigilance against fraud remains relevant in today's world. "The Humbugs of the World" stands as a testament to Barnum's commitment to truth and transparency, as well as his belief in the power of education and enlightenment to combat deception and dishonesty.
The 12 Powers of Man aims to clear up the mystery that ever envelops the advent, life, and death of Jesus. To the superficial reader of the Gospels His life was a tragedy and, so far as concerns the kingly reign that was prophesied, it was a failure. Yet those who understand the subtlety of the soul and supremacy of Spirit see that Jesus was conqueror of a psychic force that was destroying the human race. Jesus was the star actor in the greatest drama ever played on earth. This drama was developed in the celestial realm, its object being to inject new life into perishing men. The full significance of this great plan of salvation cannot be understood by man until he awakens faculties that relate him to the earth beneath and heavens above. Contents The Twelve Powers of Man The Development of Faith Strength -- Stability -- Steadfastness Wisdom -- Judgment Regenerating Love Power -- Dominion -- Mastery The Work of the Imagination in Regeneration Understanding The Will Is the Man Spiritual Law and Order Zeal -- Enthusiasm Renunciation Generative Life
This eBook edition of "The Secret Doctrine" has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. The Secret Doctrine is one of the most influential esoteric and occult books of all time. In the first part of the book the author explains the origin and evolution of the universe itself, in terms derived from the Hindu concept of cyclical development. While in the second part she describes the origins of humanity through an account of "Root Races" said to date back millions of years.
One of Mr. Barnum's secrets of success is his unique methods of advertising, and we can readily understand how he can bear to be denounced as a "Humbug," because this popular designation though undeserved in the popular acceptation of it, "brought grist to his mill." He has constantly kept himself before the public-nay, we may say that he has been kept before the public constantly, by the stereotyped word in question; and what right, or what desire, could he have to discard or complain of an epithet which was one of the prospering elements of his business as "a showman?" In a narrow sense of the word he is a "Humbug: " in the larger acceptation he is not. He has in several chapters of this book elaborated the distinction, and we will only say in this place, what, indeed, no one who knows him will doubt, that, aside from his qualities as a caterer to popular entertainment, he is one of the most remarkable men of the age.
Today recognized as a genius of advertising and promotion, circus owner P. T. Barnum was the target of a great deal of ire and controversy during his lifetime. Many of his critics denounced him for knowingly perpetuating gimmicks and frauds. In the thoroughly entertaining volume The Humbugs of the World, Barnum displays his wit, intelligence, and a startling degree of self-awareness by offering up a historical overview of infamous cases of fraud and deception.