Thomas J. Schaeper

Edward Bancroft: Scientist, Author, Spy

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ISBN 13:
9780300187458
author:
Thomas J. Schaeper
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Yale University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2012
Pages:
352
Dimensions:
5.70 (w) x 8.90 (h) x 0.90 (d)
Genre:
Historical Biography - General & Miscellaneous
Condition:
New
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£33.36

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Edward Bancroft: A Life of Deception and Loyalty In 1745, Edward Bancroft was born in Massachusetts, setting the stage for a life marked by multiple identities and conflicting allegiances. As a young man, he moved to England, where his reputation as a scientist and writer earned him election to the Royal Society. Bancroft's involvement with the American Revolution is well-documented, but what is less known is that he led a secret life as a British agent. Historian Thomas J. Schaeper sheds new light on Bancroft's activities during this period, revealing a complex web of espionage and deception. Through his analysis of correspondence and diplomatic records, Schaeper raises questions about the nature of Bancroft's loyalties. This biography offers a nuanced exploration of Bancroft's life, challenging readers to consider whether he was a traitor or a patriot.

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