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The true story of innocence, conspiracy and betrayal described in this book took place in early 19th century London. Maureen Sayers - on whose journals the book is based - was born in Ireland and moved to London in 1817. This was after the death of her mother the previous year. By all accounts an intelligent and attractive young lady, Maureen was strong-willed but nevertheless retained a delightful innocence, one that would immediately place her at the mercy of the capital's sordid underbelly. After eventually escaping the clutches of her lecherous tormentors, she found work with Hannah Courtoy, caring for Hannah's husband John. During his lifetime John Courtoy became one of the richest men in England. Remarkably he amassed his fortune while working as a humble wig-maker. He achieved his wealth through many activities in addition to those of his chosen occupation. Initially he developed an employment registry, possibly the first of its kind in England. Using the money derived from this activity, he then became a prodigious money-lender, catering largely to the needs of the aristocracy, gentry, and merchants of London. As his fortune grew, he proved to be a wily investor. He was also a renowned miser. John Courtoy was born Nicolas Jacquinet in 1729, in the town of Jussey, France. He adopted the name of John Courtoy after he fled to England in 1751. When he eventually died in 1818 he was 89 years of age. John made two Wills, one in 1810, the other in 1814. The second Will was made when his mental health had allegedly become severely impaired, raising many questions as to its validity. Maureen raises several interesting observations concerning the destination of his fortune. Central to her interpretation of events is that his Last Will and Testament of 1814 was fraudulently compiled. According to Maureen's account his estate - which would be worth over £20 million in today's money - might have ended up in the wrong hands. Maureen's narrative provides sparkling insights into early 19th century London life. Whether she is recording visits to the theatre, attendance at glittering soirees or simply everyday life on the capital's putrefying streets, by immersing oneself in her story, it is possible to experience many of 19th London's fascinating qualities, both virtuous and corrupt.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781978359598
  • Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • Publisher Imprint: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • Height: 229 mm
  • No of Pages: 274
  • Spine Width: 15 mm
  • Width: 152 mm
  • ISBN-10: 1978359594
  • Publisher Date: 06 Nov 2017
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Weight: 417 gr


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