[11] (François Blanc had died in 1877 and his son, Camille Blanc, was head of the casino at the time of Charles Wells' 1891 visits). The Man Who Broke The Bank At Monte Carlo by Robin Quinn is published by The History Press at £18.99. May 23rd 1983 In the mid-1700's the East India Company has power over commerce on the sub-continent, with the blessings of the British government. Two English aristocrats pursue a rich American widow who may not be quite the person she claims to be. At the risk of losing them both, Wells stakes everything he owns at the roulette tables in Monte Carlo’s world-famous Casino—and in the space of a few days he breaks the bank, not once but 10 times, winning the equivalent of millions in today’s money. ), When the French authorities began to investigate his affairs, Charles Wells fled to Britain with his clients’ money. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published Charles Wells was a fascinating mix of ascetic inventor and luxury loving fraudster. Prime members enjoy Free Two-Day Shipping, Free Same-Day or One-Day Delivery to select areas, Prime Video, Prime Music, Prime Reading, and more. The book’s title comes from a short but highly publicised episode in Wells’ career, when he sailed his fraud-funded yacht into Monte Carlo harbour with his glamorous French wife and “broke the bank” at the roulette tables. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. I normally read historical fiction, but this book was as good as any. Highly recommended. This shopping feature will continue to load items when the Enter key is pressed. Start by marking “The man who broke the bank at Monte Carlo” as Want to Read: Error rating book. Try again. Refresh and try again. Some mystery surrounds Wells' death, since reports vary as to the location. Add the first question. [2][3] His father was Charles Jeremiah Wells (1799-1879), poet and lawyer, to whom John Keats once addressed a sonnet. Title: [8] He disappeared with his clients’ money and was convicted in his absence by a Paris court. [1], Charles De Ville Wells was born in Broxbourne, Hertfordshire. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. An ambitious mechanic is tempted to desert his wonderful girlfriend when a silly but rich debutante falls for him. The Man Who Broke the Bank at Monte Carlo: Charles Deville Wells, Gambler and Fraudster Extraordinaire. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. The History Press; 01 Edition (4 Aug. 2016), Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 September 2018, Interesting Book - a complex man who could have done well if he had used his ability to build a proper business - item was fast delivery and good condition, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 7 November 2017, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 11 October 2016, Misleading Title .Appears to me the title of this particular book is far more likely to sell this book than "THE FRAUDSTER" Charles Deville Wells. As for breaking the bank at Monte Carlo , that is a minute part of the book which if condensed would just about cover one page. [19] Some 6,000 investors deposited a total of 2m francs (about £7m today). A good scare can be good fun, especially when you’re curled up with an extremely creepy horror novel and you’re just daring yourself to turn... Charles Deville Wells has two loves in his life: a beautiful French mistress, Jeannette, and his sumptuous yacht, the Palais Royal. The authors detailed analisis of the Monte Carlo affair offers a very plausible explanation of the events and political intrigues of the time. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in.

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