The Railroad Forger and the Detectives

Allan Pinkerton, a pioneering figure in detective work and espionage, recounts classic true crime stories in this reissued collection. As the founder of the Pinkerton National Detective Agency in 1850, he led the largest private law enforcement organization of its time, and his agency's iconic logo inspired the term "private eye." The book delves into the intriguing cases and the evolution of detective work, showcasing Pinkerton's significant contributions to crime-solving and law enforcement history.