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The train robbers

The train robbers

BiographyHistory
Pages
331
Published
1978
Language
English

Synopsis

This book recounts the infamous Great Train Robbery of 1963, detailing the meticulous planning, execution, and chaotic aftermath of one of Britain's most audacious crimes. It follows the lives of the men involved, from their backgrounds to their eventual capture and the dramatic escape of Ronnie Biggs. The narrative explores the human element behind the headlines, offering a look into the lives of the criminals and the relentless pursuit by Scotland Yard.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

TenseInformativeGritty
HeistVillain Protagonist

Genres

Biography History True Crime

About the author

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Piers Paul Read

Piers Paul Read (born 7 March 1941) is a British novelist, historian and biographer. He was first noted in 1974 for a book of reportage, Alive: The Story of the Andes Survivors, later adapted as a feature film and a documentary. Source: [Piers Paul Read](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Piers_Paul_Read) on Wikipedia.