Memoirs of James Hardy Vaux is an autobiographical account of the life of James Hardy Vaux, a notorious swindler and thief who was transported to New South Wales twice, the second time for life. The book was first published in 1819 and later revised and republished in 1827. The memoirs provide a detailed account of Vaux's criminal activities, including his various schemes to defraud people of their money and possessions. It also describes his experiences in the criminal justice system, including his trials and imprisonment. Vaux's account of life in New South Wales is particularly interesting, as he provides a unique perspective on the early colonial period in Australia. He describes the harsh conditions of life as a convict, as well as the social and economic structures of the colony. Overall, Memoirs of James Hardy Vaux is a fascinating insight into the life of a notorious criminal and the early history of Australia. It is an important historical document that sheds light on the criminal justice system and social conditions of the time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and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.
