Martin Faber the Story of a Criminal

Martin Faber The Story Of A Criminal is a novel written by William Gilmore Simms. The book follows the life of Martin Faber, a notorious criminal who is on the run from the law. The story is set in the early 19th century and takes place in the United States. Martin Faber is a complex character who is both charismatic and dangerous. The novel explores his past, including his upbringing and the events that led him to a life of crime. Simms delves into the psychology of Martin Faber, examining his motivations and the inner workings of his mind. The book also follows the pursuit of Martin Faber by the law enforcement officials who are determined to bring him to justice. The chase takes the reader through various locations, including the wilderness of the American frontier and the bustling streets of New York City. The novel is a gripping tale of crime, adventure, and redemption. It is a classic of American literature and is considered one of the best works of William Gilmore Simms. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of crime and punishment in the United States.He sprung upon his feet with undisguised horror. His face was ashen pale--his lips were parted in affright; and while I held one of his hands, the other involuntarily was passed over, entirely concealing his eyes. What prompted me to the narration I know not. I could not resist the impulse--I was compelled to speak. It was my fate. I described my crime--I dwelt upon all its particulars; but with a caution, strangely inconsistent with the open confidence I had manifested, I changed the name of the victim--I varied the period, and falsified, in my narrative, all the localities of the crime.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.